Ultimate Guide on How To Get to York City FC | LNER Stadium

The LNER Community Stadium, home of York City FC, is located at Kathryn Avenue, Huntington, York, YO32 9AF (some sat navs also recognise YO32 9AE). The stadium sits next to Monks Cross Shopping Park and Vangarde Shopping Park, just off the A64 and A1237 York Ring Road, making it one of the easiest football grounds in North Yorkshire to reach by road.

How do you drive to York City FC from the North?

Supporters travelling from areas including Middlesbrough, Durham, Newcastle, Harrogate or Thirsk should follow the A19 towards York.

• Join the A1237 York Outer Ring Road.


• Continue around the ring road for approximately 3.5 miles.


• At the Monks Cross Link Road roundabout, take the third exit.


• Follow signs for LNER Community Stadium and Monks Cross.

This route avoids driving through York city centre and is usually the quickest option on matchdays.

How do you drive to York City FC from the South?

From Leeds, Sheffield, Nottingham or London, follow the A1(M) before joining the A64 towards York.

As you approach York:

• Stay on the A64 until reaching the York junction.


• Follow signs for Malton (A1036).


• Continue via the Hopgrove roundabout.


• Follow signs for Vangarde Shopping Centre and the stadium.

This is the main approach used by most away supporters travelling from southern England.

How do you drive to York City FC from the East?

Travelling from Scarborough, Malton or the Yorkshire Coast:

• Follow the A64 westbound.


• At the A64 roundabout take the second exit.


• At Hopgrove roundabout take the first exit.


• Continue along Malton Road.


• At the next roundabout follow signs for Vangarde Shopping Centre and LNER Community Stadium.

The stadium is only a few minutes from the A64.

How do you drive to York City FC from the West?

Supporters arriving from Manchester, Bradford, Halifax or Lancashire should join the A64 eastbound after leaving the A1(M).

Near York:

• Leave at the first A64 roundabout.


• Take the first exit.


• Continue along Malton Road.


• Follow signs for Vangarde Shopping Centre and the stadium.

This route provides direct access without entering the city centre.

How do you get to York City FC by Train from the North?

York Station is one of the UK's busiest rail hubs and offers direct services from many northern cities.

Typical direct journey times include:

• Newcastle – approximately 55 minutes.


• Darlington – around 30 minutes.


• Durham – approximately 45 minutes.


• Middlesbrough – around 60 minutes (some services require one change).


• Leeds – approximately 25 minutes.

Most services are operated by LNER, CrossCountry, Northern and TransPennine Express.

How do you get to York City FC by Train from the South?

York is easily accessible from across the Midlands and southern England.

Typical journey times include:

• London King's Cross – around 2 hours.


• Peterborough – approximately 75 minutes.


• Doncaster – around 30 minutes.


• Sheffield – approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.


• Birmingham – around 2 hours.

York Station is approximately 3 miles (5km) from the stadium.

Can you walk from York Railway Station to York City FC?

Yes, it is possible to walk.

The journey is approximately:

• 3 miles (5km).


• Around 55–65 minutes.

The walk follows well-maintained pavements through York city centre before heading towards Huntington and Monks Cross.

For most supporters, however, public transport is significantly quicker and more convenient.

Which bus goes from York Railway Station to York City FC?

The easiest public transport option is First York Service 9 (Monks Cross Park & Ride – Silver Line).

The bus:

• Stops directly outside York Railway Station.


• Runs approximately every 10–12 minutes.


• Takes around 15–20 minutes.


• Stops next to the stadium at Monks Cross Park & Ride.

This service operates throughout the day and after evening fixtures.

Is there a dedicated shuttle bus to York City FC on matchdays?

Yes.

York City FC operates the Y22 Matchday Shuttle Bus.

The shuttle:

• Runs between Stonebow (York city centre) and the stadium.


• Begins approximately 2 hours before kick-off.


• Continues after the match until the stadium has cleared (up to 90 minutes after full-time).


• Is operated by York Pullman on behalf of First York.

Typical fares are:

• Adult Return – £3.50.


• Child/Concession Return – £2.


• Adult Single – £2.


• Child/Concession Single – £1.

Tickets are purchased directly from the driver.

The Y22 is designed specifically for football supporters and provides one of the quickest ways to reach the ground from the city centre.

Is there a Park and Ride for York City FC?

Yes.

The stadium sits immediately beside Monks Cross Park & Ride, making it one of the easiest football grounds in England to combine with York's Park & Ride network.

Benefits include:

• Large dedicated matchday parking area.


• Regular Service 9 buses into York city centre.


• Easy access from the A64 and A1237.


• Avoids driving into York city centre.

York also has six Park & Ride sites across the city if you're combining sightseeing with your matchday visit.

Can you park at York City FC?

Yes, but parking is limited and should be pre-booked in advance.

Official matchday parking is provided within a dedicated section of the Monks Cross Park & Ride.

Key information:

• Around 400 official matchday spaces.


• Advance booking is recommended.


• Tickets are purchased through York City FC.


• Parking attendants scan bookings on arrival.

The club strongly advises supporters not to rely on surrounding retail car parks due to parking restrictions and enforcement on matchdays.

Alternative Parking Near York City FC

Yes. If the official York City FC matchday parking is sold out, there are several alternative parking options within walking distance of the LNER Community Stadium. However, it is important to check any parking restrictions before leaving your vehicle, as several retail parks use ANPR cameras and enforce parking restrictions on matchdays.

Sainsbury's Monks Cross

Address: Jockey Lane, Huntington, York, YO32 9LG

Approximate spaces: 500+ spaces.

Distance from the stadium: Approximately 0.4 miles (around an 8–10 minute walk).

Can you walk to the ground? Yes, although you should always check the parking terms and maximum stay before leaving your vehicle.

Walking directions:

• Leave the store via the main entrance.


• Walk along Jockey Lane towards Kathryn Avenue.


• Follow the pedestrian paths around the York Stadium Leisure Complex.


• Cross at the pedestrian crossing outside the stadium.

Please note: Parking restrictions may apply during football matches, so always read the signs before leaving your vehicle.

Travelodge York Monks Cross

Address: Monks Cross Drive, Huntington, York, YO32 9GZ

Approximate spaces: Small private pre-bookable car park.

Distance from the stadium: Approximately 0.2 miles (around a 5 minute walk).

Can you walk to the ground? Yes.

Walking directions:

• Exit onto Monks Cross Drive.


• Walk towards Kathryn Avenue.


• Follow the pedestrian route directly to the stadium entrance.

Private parking spaces are often available to pre-book through parking providers, making this one of the closest alternative parking options.

ASDA Monks Cross

Address: Jockey Lane, Huntington, York, YO32 9LF

Approximate spaces: 700+ spaces.

Distance from the stadium: Approximately 0.5 miles (around a 10 minute walk).

Can you walk to the ground? Yes, but parking restrictions may apply on matchdays.

Walking directions:

• Leave the ASDA car park onto Jockey Lane.


• Walk towards Kathryn Avenue.


• Continue past the York Stadium Leisure Complex.


• Follow signs to the LNER Community Stadium.

Is there accessible parking at York City FC?

Yes.

Accessible parking is available for Blue Badge holders, but spaces are limited and should be arranged before travelling.

Supporters requiring accessible parking should:

• Contact the York City FC Ticket Office before matchday.


• Request a designated accessible parking space when booking.


• Display a valid Blue Badge.

The stadium itself is fully accessible, offering:

• Lift access to upper levels.


• Accessible toilets.


• Wheelchair viewing areas.


• Accessible catering counters.


• Matchday assistance volunteers.


• Audio commentary devices.


• Quiet spaces for neurodivergent supporters.


• Free personal assistant tickets (subject to eligibility).

Accessible parking is located close to the stadium entrance, making arrival straightforward for disabled supporters.