The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Knaresborough
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Knaresborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Knaresborough will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave York for Knaresborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Knaresborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Knaresborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
York to Knaresborough train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Knaresborough trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y02519 | On time 08:12 York station (YRK) | 0h25 | 08:37 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05606 | On time 08:42 York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 09:08 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02469 | On time 09:10 York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 09:36 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05717 | On time 09:42 York station (YRK) | 0h25 | 10:07 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y02454 | On time 10:12 York station (YRK) | 0h25 | 10:37 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y05690 | On time 10:43 York station (YRK) | 0h25 | 11:08 Knaresborough station (KNA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 07:42 York | 0h26 | 08:08 Knaresborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Knaresborough
Trains from York to Knaresborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 25m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 22:44 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from York to Knaresborough trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between York and Knaresborough from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Knaresborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Knaresborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- 6:30 AM - 1:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, managed by Northern Rail.
- The Worlds End
- Six Poor Folk
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- The Dower House Hotel
- Best Western Crown Hotel
- The General Tarleton Inn
- 16 spaces, not covered
- Bus: Local bus services available from the nearby bus stop
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