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York to Thornton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from York to Thornton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €27.50, with average prices for this route around €65.02. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:32 3h 44m, Changes required York	16:16 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
13:33 3h 44m, Changes required York	17:17 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
13:55 4h 14m, Changes required York	18:09 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
14:32 3h 51m, Changes required York	18:23 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
14:55 3h 49m, Changes required York	18:44 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
15:32 3h 49m, Changes required York	19:21 Paris	Find Tickets

York to Thornton Train Route Details

First train

06:27

Last train

23:28

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Thornton

Journey time

3h 41m

Distance

279 km

Price

€27.50*

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from York to Thornton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from York to Thornton can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from York to Thornton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from York to Thornton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

York to Thornton train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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York to Thornton Train prices and times

York to Thornton Train Route Details