The average train between Birmingham and Harrogate takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Harrogate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Harrogate. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Harrogate at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Harrogate? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Harrogate station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Birmingham to Harrogate train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Harrogate train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Harrogate station.
Book your Birmingham to Harrogate train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Birmingham and Harrogate is 169.6 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Harrogate via Leeds in around 2h 49m.