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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey is to bus which costs £5 - £6 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Visitor Centre via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Knaresborough via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Scarborough and Fountains Abbey is 70 miles. The road distance is 59.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

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

Scarborough to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

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

Scarborough to Fountains Abbey train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £6 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Scarborough to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

Scarborough to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Stonebow station.

Where does the Scarborough to Fountains Abbey train arrive?

Scarborough to Fountains Abbey train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Fountains Abbey is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1178+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from York to Knaresboroughtrain York - Leeds
1h 56m
£48–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Stonebowbus 843
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly to Visitor Centrebus 84 / ...
4h 10m
£5–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Visitor Centrebus 84 / ...
3h 7m
£18–33
Drive 59.5 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Fountains Abbeycar 59.5 mi
1h 25m
£15–21

Scarborough to Fountains Abbey by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 70.1 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Fountains Abbey via York and Knaresborough in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Fountains Abbey via Stonebow, Piccadilly, and Visitor Centre in around 4h 10m.

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