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Knaresborough Museum
Town museum covering local history, archaeology and daily life, set in a former courthouse in the market place.


The table below shows live departures for Newton-le-Willows to Knaresborough trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 14:00 Newton-le-Willows | 2h50 | 16:50 Knaresborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Newton-le-Willows to Knaresborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 6:54 |
Last train 20:10 |
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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 Newton-le-Willows 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 Newton-le-Willows to Knaresborough trains use the Newton-le-Willows to Knaresborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Newton-le-Willows and Knaresborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newton-le-Willows has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newton-le-Willows.
Ticket office support is available at Newton-le-Willows.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newton-le-Willows: Parking, WC.
Available at Newton-le-Willows: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newton-le-Willows: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station Lifts available, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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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