A few key points are highlighted on the University of York's thorough transport pages.

Rail

York is a major stop on the East Coast Main Line between London to Edinburgh.

• 2 hours from London
• 2.5 hours from Edinburgh
•  1.5 hours from Manchester
• 2 hours from Birmingham

Tickets can be booked via NationalRail.

Bus

York is easily reached via bus using the National Express bus Service.

Air

The closest major airport is Manchester International Airport, which has direct train service to York. Leeds-Bradford Airport is also available with a bus connection to Leeds Rail Station, or taxi service direct to York (~£50 one way).