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

The cheapest way to get from London to Fountains Abbey is to bus via York which costs £28 - £45 and takes 8h 55m.

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 bus between London and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Visitor Centre via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

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 bus from?

London to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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.

Train or bus from London to Fountains Abbey?

The best way to get from London to Fountains Abbey is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the London to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

London to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail 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 2066+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

London to Fountains Abbey - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London to Fountains Abbey by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 50m
£112–166
Bus via York
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Yorkbus Uk014 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Visitor Centrebus 822
8h 55m
£28–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Stationbus 561 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Visitor Centrebus 822
8h 2m
£36–59
Drive 213.5 mi
1. Drive from London to Fountains Abbeycar 213.5 mi
3h 58m
£54–78

London to Fountains Abbey by bus and foot

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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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Fountains Abbey via Rail Station and Visitor Centre in around 8h 2m.

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