The average train between Bristol and Knaresborough takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Knaresborough. 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 every 2 hours between Bristol and Knaresborough. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Knaresborough at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Knaresborough. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Knaresborough station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Bristol to Knaresborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Knaresborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Bristol to Knaresborough train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Knaresborough is 294 km. The road distance is 360 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 29m.