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Knaresborough Museum
Town museum covering local history, archaeology and daily life, set in a former courthouse in the market place.
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C32209The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Knaresborough trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C32249 | On time 17:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h45 | 17:51 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32252 | On time 17:36 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h45 | 18:21 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32282 | On time 17:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h46 | 18:35 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32256 | On time 18:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h45 | 18:51 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32257 | On time 18:34 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h47 | 19:21 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32260 | On time 19:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h46 | 19:52 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
C32208 | 7:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h44 | 7:50 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32209 | 7:36 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h46 | 8:22 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32211 | 8:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h47 | 8:53 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32212 | 8:36 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h45 | 9:21 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32215 | 9:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h45 | 9:51 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32216 | 9:36 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h45 | 10:21 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Leeds to Knaresborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 44m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 23:11 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Knaresborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Knaresborough trip today.
Town museum covering local history, archaeology and daily life, set in a former courthouse in the market place.
Castle museum displays artefacts and stories from the town's royal, medieval and civic past within the castle grounds.
Small heritage exhibition at the cave site exploring Mother Shipton legends, local folklore and the petrifying well.
Scenic riverside walk and boating area below the town, popular for classic views of the viaduct, bridge and castle.
Central market square lined with historic buildings, shops and regular market activity at the heart of local life.
Open green on the castle grounds with elevated views over the gorge, ideal for photos, picnics and short strolls.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding long tied to Sunday roasts across North Yorkshire, prized for its crisp edges and rich gravy-catching centre.
Parkin is a traditional Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats, treacle and syrup, especially linked with autumn and Bonfire Night in the region.
Wensleydale cheese, made in Yorkshire, is a crumbly cow’s milk cheese often eaten with fruit cake or chutney and closely associated with local farming.
Smart contemporary restaurant known for modern British cooking, tasting menus and a polished but approachable atmosphere in the town centre.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British classics, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed historic setting near the viaduct.
Well-known café and restaurant by the river, favoured for tea, cakes, brunch and light meals with scenic views and a traditional feel.
Moderate for a Yorkshire market town. Dining and pubs are reasonable, but visitor stays and rail travel can raise trip costs versus smaller nearby towns.
Service is often included only at higher-end restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Knaresborough by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Knaresborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Leeds to Knaresborough trains use the Leeds to Knaresborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Knaresborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Knaresborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: The Worlds End, Six Poor Folk
Ticket office support is available at Knaresborough.
Available at Knaresborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Knaresborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knaresborough: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Dower House Hotel, Best Western Crown Hotel, The General Tarleton Inn.
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