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Trains to the York Christmas Market 2024

Make your York Christmas Market trip one to remember with LNER!

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What do I need to know about the 2024 Christmas fair in York before travelling?

Where is this year's York Christmas Market located?

Head to Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square to enjoy 75 alpine chalets lining the streets with an array of local crafts, artisan products and delicious seasonal treats.

Afterwards, be sure to check out the vintage carousel in King’s Square and the magical ‘Tree of Light’ at the Eye of York before heading home.

 

When are the dates of York Christmas Market 2024?

This year's York Christmas Market dates are Thursday 14 November 2024 to Sunday 22 December 2024.

For a full list of event dates, take a look at the official York Christmas Market 2024 guide.

 

What are the 2024 York Christmas Market opening times?

The York Christmas Market is open 10am to 7pm, Monday to Sunday.

This includes a quiet period from 10am to 12pm each day, with no music and fewer visitors to ensure that the market is accessible to all.

 

How to get to York Christmas Market

Taking the train to York Christmas Market

Day trips to York Christmas market are easy and fun with LNER!

Enjoy food and drink in your seat, a magical view with no traffic or parking to worry about, and – for something extra special – the LNER York station First Class lounge experience.

And remember you can save up to 46% when you book your LNER train to York in advance.

Or choose an Open Return ticket for York Christmas Market breaks that last as long as you want! With hundreds of LNER trains leaving York each day – including 30 trains direct into London – taking the train is the convenient and flexible travel option.

Popular LNER trains to the York Christmas Market

Edinburgh to York

Saturday 23 Nov 2024
From
£26.00
7x greener than a car

London Kings Cross to York

Tuesday 12 Nov 2024
From
£28.50
7x greener than a car

Newcastle to York

Monday 18 Nov 2024
From
£11.60
7x greener than a car

Our Christmas Travel Tips

Going as a group? Save on your Christmas Market travel with LNER

Getting to Christmas Markets is easier and cheaper with LNER, with groups of 3-9 people saving 20% off LNER Advance tickets. The discount is automatically applied to your booking when you have between 3 and 9 people travelling with you and you're buying LNER Advance tickets.

Get inspired by other Christmas Markets along our route

We've created our ultimate guide to Christmas Markets and festive events along our route. So whether you're looking for a laugh out loud panto to watch this winter, or wondering where to find the best Christmas light displays, you're sure to find it here.

Tips for travelling at Christmas

We all know that Christmastime is one of the busiest times of year for train travel. Be sure to plan ahead with tickets on sale for the Christmas and New Years period now.