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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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Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Knaresborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Knaresborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 70 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Knaresborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Knaresborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 17m.
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
Distance 70 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
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.
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Sheffield to Knaresborough trainsNorthern Rail, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Sheffield and Knaresborough from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£44
Cross Country frequency
19 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£91
TransPennine Express frequency
13 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
£15
Northern Trains Limited frequency
18 a day
Complete guide to Knaresborough
Things to do in Knaresborough
Discover the best of Knaresborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Knaresborough trip today.
Knaresborough Castle Museum
Castle museum displays artefacts and stories from the town's royal, medieval and civic past within the castle grounds.
Mother Shipton's Museum
Small heritage exhibition at the cave site exploring Mother Shipton legends, local folklore and the petrifying well.
- Must visit
Riverside Walk
Scenic riverside walk and boating area below the town, popular for classic views of the viaduct, bridge and castle.
- Recommended
Market Place
Central market square lined with historic buildings, shops and regular market activity at the heart of local life.
- Recommended
Castle Grounds
Open green on the castle grounds with elevated views over the gorge, ideal for photos, picnics and short strolls.
- Vegetarian
Yorkshire Pudding
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.
- Vegetarian
Parkin
Parkin is a traditional Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats, treacle and syrup, especially linked with autumn and Bonfire Night in the region.
- Gluten-free
Yorkshire Wensleydale
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.
Six Poor Folk
Smart contemporary restaurant known for modern British cooking, tasting menus and a polished but approachable atmosphere in the town centre.
The World's End
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British classics, Sunday roasts and drinks in a relaxed historic setting near the viaduct.
Marigold Cafe
Well-known café and restaurant by the river, favoured for tea, cakes, brunch and light meals with scenic views and a traditional feel.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Sheffield to Knaresborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Knaresborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £14.
The train journey from Sheffield to Knaresborough covers a distance of 70 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Knaresborough is 70 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Knaresborough leaves at 5:15.
The last train from Sheffield to Knaresborough departs at 21:12.
Trains from Sheffield to Knaresborough run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Knaresborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Knaresborough.
To get from Sheffield to Knaresborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Knaresborough.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Knaresborough is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Knaresborough station (KNA).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Knaresborough is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Knaresborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sheffield to Knaresborough offers scenic views, particularly as you travel through the picturesque landscapes of the Yorkshire countryside, featuring rolling hills, quaint villages, and lush greenery.
A day trip from Sheffield to Knaresborough is not feasible as the travel duration is 1h 58m. However, there are 2 trains available per day for this journey, covering a distance of 70 km.
A visit to Knaresborough is well-suited for a two-day stay, allowing time to explore key attractions such as Knaresborough Castle, Mother Shipton's Cave, and the scenic riverside walks.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Knaresborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Knaresborough
Most Sheffield to Knaresborough trains use the Sheffield to Knaresborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Knaresborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Knaresborough
Which Sheffield station do trains to Knaresborough leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Knaresborough leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.90
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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.
Which Knaresborough station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Knaresborough arrive at Knaresborough. Knaresborough is from Knaresborough city centre.
KnaresboroughStation Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AA, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Knaresborough from Knaresborough city centre
BusLocal bus services available from the nearby bus stop
Knaresborough train station facilities and services
Knaresborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Worlds End, Six Poor Folk
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Knaresborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Knaresborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Knaresborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Knaresborough: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Dower House Hotel, Best Western Crown Hotel, The General Tarleton Inn.
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