York to Harrogate bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Harrogate

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

30 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from York to Harrogate will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

To travel from York to Harrogate you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX131 · RL36
15:503h00
York
18:50Harrogate, Station Parade
£101One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561 · RL36
11:252h45
York
14:10Harrogate, Station Parade
£111One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561 · RL36
08:502h50
York
11:40Harrogate, Station Parade
£131One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for York to Harrogate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Harrogate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 30 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£11

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

York to Harrogate bus times

The table below shows live departures for York to Harrogate coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express10:25 York
2h37
13:02 Harrogate0 changesdirect
national_express14:50 York
3h00
17:50 Harrogate0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
national_expressNX561 · RL3608:50 York
2h50
11:40 Harrogate, Station Parade1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from York to Harrogate

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Buses from York to Harrogate run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 04:58, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 30 km distance in 1h 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £2
Distance
30 km
Average bus duration
1h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
1h 22m
First bus
04:58
Last bus
23:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £2

Bus providers: National Express, Coastliner from York to HarrogateYou can travel by bus between York to Harrogate with National Express, Coastliner for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£10
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Coastliner

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Coastliner frequency
1 a day

Buses from York to Harrogate

Travelling from York to Harrogate is quick and convenient on comfortable coaches operated by National Express. Passengers can choose from over 30 daily services with the first leaving at 5:43 a.m. and the last at 9:10 p.m. Travel times for the 19 mile trip range from 2 hours and 15 minutes up to 2 hours and 54 minutes. All services require a change of vehicle at Leeds Coach Station. Buses to Harrogate leave from York's Railway Station Interchange on Station Road, a major transport hub for the city. Buses from York arrive at Harrogate Bus Station located on Station Parade, a brief walk north from the railway station.

FAQs: York to Harrogate coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Harrogate 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 Harrogate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from York to Harrogate can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for York to Harrogate is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from York to Harrogate is 1h 22m to travel the 30 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from York to Harrogate leaves at 4:58. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from York to Harrogate leaves at 23:53.
There are 2 coaches a day from York to Harrogate which require at least one change with National Express, Coastliner. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from York to Harrogate, you can count on National Express, Coastliner for the best way to get you to Harrogate. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between York and Harrogate and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Harrogate from York is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from York to Harrogate is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between York and Harrogate including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from York to Harrogate:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from York to Harrogate for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from York to Harrogate depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from York to Harrogate.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from York to Harrogate:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from York to Harrogate:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from York to Harrogate.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from York to Harrogate with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from York to Harrogate with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from York to Harrogate with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in York and Harrogate

York
Harrogate
The major coach station for departures in York is York, Rail Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York, Rail Station for your trip from York to Harrogate.
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