HOW TO GET THERE

Welcome to the University of York! Whether you are arriving from across the pond or just a few towns over, York is one of the best-connected cities in the UK.

Here's everything you need to know to navigate your way to campus. The conference will take place in Heslington Hall on Campus West.

If travelling from overseas, you are advised to check the latest entry requirements for the UK, including for an ETA, which came into force in 2025.

York is a major railway terminus and is well-served by local transport. By plane, the city can be reached from London airports as well as regional ones, including Manchester, Leeds-Bradford, Doncaster-Sheffield and Newcastle.

Several train companies operate through York, and LNER and Grand Central Rail travel direct from London Kings Cross. Check National Rail or Trainline to find the best routes and fares, and see the university website for more information. It is strongly advised to purchase advance fares for long-distance routes, not to buy your ticket from London to York upon arrival at the station. Please note that busier services require a seat reservation.

Further details of city transport can be found here. For taxis we recommend using official ranks or calling Streamline on +44 01904 656565.

ARRIVING BY AIR

Manchester Airport (MAN)

This is the most convenient international hub for York.

Train: A direct train runs from the airport station to York every 30–60 minutes. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Pre-booking: We recommend booking train tickets in advance via TransPennine Express

London Airports (LHR, LGW, STN)

If you are flying into London:

Heathrow (LHR): Take the Elizabeth Line or Heathrow Express to London Paddington, then the Underground to London King’s Cross. From there, take a direct train to York (approx. 2 hours).
Gatwick (LGW): Take a direct train to London St Pancras International, walk next door to London King’s Cross, and catch a train to York.

ARRIVING BY TRAIN

York is a major hub on the East Coast Main Line:

From London: Direct trains from London King’s Cross take roughly 2 hours.
From Edinburgh: Direct trains take roughly 2 hours 30 minutes.
From Manchester: Direct trains take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

Note: York Railway Station is about 2 miles from the University. You can reach campus via a 10-minute taxi ride or the frequent bus services (see below).

Please make sure to book all your train travel in advance as train fares in the UK increase rapidly.

LOCAL TRANSPORT (STATION TO CAMPUS)

Once you arrive at York Railway Station, the University is easily accessible: