The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Harrogate
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
30 km
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 £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
To travel from York to Harrogate you need to make at least one change.
NX561 · RL368:202h50York, Station Rd11:10Harrogate, Station Parade£131One-way1 change
NX561 · RL368:202h50York, Station Rd11:10Harrogate, Station Parade£131One-way1 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 £9.
Distance: 30 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Harrogate bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Harrogate coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX561 · RL36 | Delayed 10:10 8:20York, Station Rd | 2h50 | 11:10 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Harrogate
Buses from York to Harrogate run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 30 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 30 km |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 2:15 |
Last bus 23:53 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Yorkshire Coastliner from York to HarrogateYou can travel by bus between York to Harrogate with National Express, Yorkshire Coastliner for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Yorkshire Coastliner
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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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