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National Railway Museum
A major railway museum with historic locomotives, royal carriages and engineering exhibits. An easy choice for families and transport fans.
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£30
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£39
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
10 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
11 h 28 m
Buses on 06 Oct
3
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bath to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to York will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Bath to York you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX403 · NX561
NX403 · NX561
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX403 · NX561
NX403 · NX561Buses from Bath to York run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 8h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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The table below shows live departures for Bath to York coaches for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX403 · NX561 | 9:05 Bath, Bus Station | 11h35 | 20:40 York, Station Rd | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Bath, Bus Station | 10h45 | 22:30 York, Train Station | 1 change | |
NX403 · NX561 | 12:15 Bath, Bus Station | 12h05 | 0:20 York, Station Rd | 1 change | |
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A major railway museum with historic locomotives, royal carriages and engineering exhibits. An easy choice for families and transport fans.
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Popular modern British restaurant focused on local produce, seasonal cooking and a relaxed bistro feel near the city walls.
Well-known traditional tearoom serving afternoon tea, cakes and light lunches in a classic Edwardian-style setting popular with visitors and locals.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller northern cities, but usually below London. Walking helps keep local transport costs low.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to York by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bath to York buses use the Bath, Bus Station to York, Station Rd station pair, with some services arriving at York, Train Station. Use this guide to compare Bath and York bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
York, Station Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at York, Station Rd. ATMs are available at York, Station Rd.
Ticket office support is available at York, Station Rd.
Available at York, Station Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Station Rd: Accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
York, Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at York, Train Station.
Available at York, Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Train Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and exits.
York, Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at York, Rail Station. ATMs are available at York, Rail Station.
Ticket office support is available at York, Rail Station.
Available at York, Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Rail Station: Standard accessibility features available.
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