York's location on the rail network means that that you are within two hours, with a direct train link to London, Manchester and Edinburgh. Start your tour at the York Visitor Information Centre at 1 Museum Street, near the Minster and pick up two key publications: York mini guide and What's On!
Chester and York can be reached from the ever-increasing number of transatlantic flights to Manchester International Airport. York is also within easy travelling distance of Leeds/Bradford airport.
From York, a direct service travels to Edinburgh. The fastest intercity railway in the United Kingdom connects Edinburgh with London King's Cross taking just over 4 hours. An overnight sleeper service also operates from London Euston.
Overseas go to www.britrail.net where you can find travel information and also how to buy your BritRail Pass wherever you live. wwwbritrail.net has details of all global outlets and products.
If in the USA or Canada you can call 1 866 BRITRAIL for train information.
If in the UK, call 08457 48 49 50 or go to www.railtrack.co.uk
York is located 40 minutes' drive from the M1/M62 motorway and 20 minutes from the A1. It is conveniently situated midway between London and Edinburgh.
All destinations can also be reached by the national network of National Express coaches.For further information telephone (UK) 08705 80 80 80 or website: www.gobycoach.com
For further information visit the official York visitor website: www.visityork.org.
