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

The cheapest way to get from London to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Fountains Abbey is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £110 - £170.

Is there a direct train between London and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from London to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from King's Cross and arriving at Knaresborough via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from London to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between London and Fountains Abbey is 217 miles. The road distance is 214.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from London to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Fountains Abbey train from?

London to Fountains Abbey train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Where does the London to Fountains Abbey train arrive?

London to Fountains Abbey train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at York station.

Can I drive from London to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Fountains Abbey is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from London to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 2076+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

London to Fountains Abbey - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from London to Fountains Abbey by train, car, plane, bus, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 50m
£112–166
Drive 213.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Fountains Abbeycar 213.5 mi
3h 58m
£54–78
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 27m
£136–383
Train, line 36 bus, line 139 bus
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Harrogatetrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Stn Stand 4 to Bus Station Stand 1bus 36
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 2 to Visitor Centrebus 139
5h 32m
Fly to Newcastle, train, taxi
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Knaresboroughtrain
4. Take the taxi from Knaresborough to Fountains Abbeytaxi
5h 7m
£143–401

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Distance: 216.2 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to York every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Grand Central Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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