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Knaresborough Museum
Town museum covering local history, archaeology and daily life, set in a former courthouse in the market place.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mirfield to Knaresborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mirfield to Knaresborough will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Mirfield to Knaresborough you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Mirfield to Knaresborough trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 Mirfield | 1h20 | 7:20 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:39 Mirfield | 1h32 | 8:11 Knaresborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:48 Mirfield | 1h53 | 8:41 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:59 Mirfield | 1h22 | 8:21 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:48 Mirfield | 1h23 | 9:11 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:59 Mirfield | 1h22 | 9:21 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:48 Mirfield | 1h23 | 10:11 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:00 Mirfield | 1h21 | 10:21 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:48 Mirfield | 1h23 | 11:11 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:00 Mirfield | 1h20 | 11:20 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:48 Mirfield | 1h23 | 12:11 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Mirfield | 1h20 | 12:20 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:39 Mirfield | 1h42 | 13:21 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:46 Mirfield | 1h35 | 13:21 Knaresborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:48 Mirfield | 1h23 | 13:11 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:11 Mirfield | 1h28 | 13:39 Knaresborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:11 Mirfield | 1h39 | 13:50 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:48 Mirfield | 1h23 | 14:11 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:59 Mirfield | 1h21 | 14:20 Knaresborough | 1 change | |
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Trains from Mirfield to Knaresborough run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 18:39 |
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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 Mirfield 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 Mirfield to Knaresborough trains use the Mirfield to Knaresborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Mirfield and Knaresborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mirfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mirfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mirfield: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Mirfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mirfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Station is unstaffed. There is a ramp to platform 3 (Huddersfield bound services) from the station car park, however the island platform, platform 1 and 2 are only accessible by steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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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