What is the cheapest way to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey is to bus which costs £5 - £6 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Helmsley and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Feathers Hotel and arriving at Visitor Centre via Rougier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Helmsley and Fountains Abbey is 60 miles. The road distance is 29.6 miles.

How do I travel from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey without a car is to bus via York which takes 4h 1m and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsley to Fountains Abbey bus from?

Helmsley to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, depart from Feathers Hotel station.

Where does the Helmsley to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

Helmsley to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, arrive at Station Road.

Can I drive from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsley to Fountains Abbey is 30 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1139+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Helmsley to Fountains Abbey - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Helmsley to Fountains Abbey by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus via York
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1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Roadbus 31X
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Visitor Centrebus 822
4h 1m
£5–6
Drive 29.4 mi
1. Drive from Helmsley to Fountains Abbeycar 29.4 mi
41 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helmsley to Fountains Abbeytaxi 29.4 mi
41 min
£130–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Manor Lanebus 31X
2. Take the bus from Manor Lane to Visitor Centrebus 825
4h 28m
£5–6

Helmsley to Fountains Abbey by bus and foot

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Distance: 60 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Helmsley, England and Fountains Abbey, England?

You can take a bus from Feathers Hotel to Fountains Abbey via Station Road, Rougier Street, and Visitor Centre in around 4h 1m.

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