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Trains to the York Christmas Market

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

      What do I need to know about the 2025 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 festive alpine chalets lining the streets with an array of local crafts, artisan products and delicious seasonal treats.

      There's plenty to do around York during the Christmas Market season, too. With local shops, cafes and restaurants around the city ready to welcome you.

      When are the dates of York Christmas Market 2025?

      This year's York Christmas Market dates are Thursday 13 November to Sunday 21 December 2025.

      For a full list of event dates, take a look at the official York Christmas Market 2025 guide.

      What are the 2025 York Christmas Market opening times?

      The York Christmas Market is open 10:00 to 19:00 Monday to Sunday.

      This includes a quiet period from 10:00 to 12:00 each day, with no music and fewer visitors to ensure that the market is accessible to all.

      Saturday day trip to York?

      Boasting unbeatable shopping, restaurants and of course the Christmas market, York makes for the perfect day trip.

      Please note that if you’re travelling through York on a Saturday evening after a day exploring the city, the station has a no alcohol policy from 18:00 until 01:00.

      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 47%% 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.

      You can buy train tickets to York from any station in England, Scotland and Wales through the LNER website and app, with no booking fee!

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