Day trips from York to cities, villages and towns in and around Yorkshire can come in all shapes and sizes, whether that’s a relaxing walk in the Yorkshire Wolds or a visit to one of Europe’s most famous Norman churches.
These trips can attract all ages. From a trek to the seaside for some of Yorkshire’s famous fish and chips for the family or a thrilling adventure at a theme park for the children, there’s plenty to see.
Here is a list of the 10 best day trips from York by train according to Trainline.
5. York to Castleford
This town is home to two of the most popular Yorkshire amusement parks; Snozone lets you enjoy skiing and snowboarding any time of the year, even if you’ve never done it before, you can get lessons for children and adults. You can travel to Castleford from York in just around 54 minutes. Photo: Scott Merrylees
6. York to Doncaster
Doncaster is one of the easier day trips from York as it’s so close. This is the ideal destination for sporting fanatics as it is home to the biggest indoor leisure centre in South Yorkshire, the Doncaster Dome. It only takes 22 minutes to travel from York to Doncaster. Photo: Simon Hulme
7. York to Yorkshire Dales
This journey exposes visitors to the beauty of Yorkshire Dales, with hundreds of walking trails crisscrossing the countryside through the wide National Park. You can get the train from York to Settle in just one hour and 33 minutes. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. York to Durham
Durham is popular for its majestic cathedral, built in 1093 and is consistently considered one of the most impressive examples of Norman and Romanesque architecture in Europe. It takes around 30 minutes to travel from York to Durham by train. Photo: Frank Reid