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Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills
Industrial museum in nearby Leeds with working steam, textile and engineering exhibits. A strong choice for understanding West Yorkshire industry.
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Overview: Train from Yarm to Garforth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Yarm to Garforth and enjoy the approximately 79 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 20:43.
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 79 km |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 20:43 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Complete guide to Garforth
Things to do in Garforth
Discover the best of Garforth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Garforth trip today.
- Recommended
Leeds City Museum
City museum with natural history, archaeology and local history collections. Good for a broad introduction to Leeds and the wider area.
- Recommended
Leeds Art Gallery
Art gallery in Leeds with historic and modern works, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in a grand civic building close to the city centre.
- Must visit
Temple Newsam Estate
Large country park east of Garforth with lakes, woodland and accessible paths. Popular for walks, birdwatching and family visits.
- Must visit
RSPB St Aidan's Nature Park
Major RSPB reserve close to Garforth with broad paths, reedbeds and a large lake. Excellent for walking, birdwatching and open landscapes.
- Recommended
Garforth Miners' Welfare Nature Reserve
Nature area on former colliery land with meadows, wetlands and easy trails. A quieter local favourite for walking and wildlife spotting.
Yorkshire pudding
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy. It is a classic Sunday dinner staple across West Yorkshire.
- Gluten-free
Wensleydale cheese
Wensleydale cheese is a crumbly Yorkshire cow’s milk cheese, often eaten with fruit cake. It is a long-standing regional speciality.
- Vegetarian
Parkin
Parkin is a sticky Yorkshire ginger cake made with oatmeal and black treacle, especially traditional around Bonfire Night.
Ashoka
Reliable local Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood atmosphere.
Garforth Fisheries
Popular local fish and chip shop for freshly fried fish, chips and traditional takeaway suppers.
The Bird in Hand
Established pub-restaurant serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than in Leeds city centre, while local rail and bus costs stay manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- 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
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
Northern
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £12.80
- Day pass
- £12.80
To the city centre
East Garforth station -> Leeds Station
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 11 min
- Buy before boarding. Penalty fares apply on Northern services at Garforth station.
- Northern Digital Pay As You Go in this area works through the app with a barcode, not bank card tap-in/tap-out.
FAQs: Yarm to Garforth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yarm to Garforth 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 Garforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Yarm to Garforth is 79 km.
The first train from Yarm to Garforth leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Yarm to Garforth departs at 20:43.
There is no night train service from Yarm to Garforth.
The train station in Yarm that goes to Garforth is Yarm station (YRM), and it arrives at Garforth station (GRF).
Booking trains from Yarm to Garforth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Yarm to Garforth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Yarm and Garforth
Most Yarm to Garforth trains use the Yarm to Garforth station pair. Use this guide to compare Yarm and Garforth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Yarm
Arrival train stations in Garforth
Which Yarm station do trains to Garforth leave from?
Trains from Yarm to Garforth leave from Yarm. The station is 1 km from Yarm city centre at Yarm station, Green Lane, Yarm, Cleveland, TS15 9EH.
YarmYarm station, Green Lane, Yarm, Cleveland, TS15 9EH+44 345 600 1671
City-centre transport
Getting to Yarm from Yarm city centre
Yarm is 1 km from Yarm city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement bus services will depart from the station car park.
Yarm train station facilities and services
Yarm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Yarm.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Yarm: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Yarm: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Yarm: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Ramped access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is unstaffed. This station is Category A. Assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Garforth station do trains from Yarm arrive at?
Trains from Yarm to Garforth arrive at Garforth. Garforth is 1 km from Garforth city centre.
GarforthGarforth station, Station Road, Garforth, West Yorkshire, LS25 1PY
City-centre transport
Getting to Garforth from Garforth city centre
Onward travel informationLocal bus service run from this area. 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesWithin the station car park.
Metro0113 245 7676
Garforth train station facilities and services
Garforth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Garforth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Garforth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Garforth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Garforth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garforth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Ramp available for Leeds bound platform. Access to Platform 1 via footbridge or stepped access from road. Therefore York bound platform is unsuitable for wheelchair users, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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