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

The cheapest way to get from York to Fountains Abbey is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between York and Fountains Abbey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rail Station station and arriving at Visitor Centre. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from York to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between York and Fountains Abbey is 29 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train and taxi which takes 43 min and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from York to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

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

York to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, depart from Rail Station.

Where does the York to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

York to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, arrive at Visitor Centre station.

Can I drive from York to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Fountains Abbey is 30 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from York to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1182+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

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

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from York to Knaresboroughtrain York - Leeds
2. Take the taxi from Knaresborough to Fountains Abbeytaxi
43 min
£34–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Visitor Centrebus 84 / ...
1h 49m
£3
Drive 29.4 mi
1. Drive from York to Fountains Abbeycar 29.4 mi
42 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from York to Fountains Abbeytaxi 29.4 mi
42 min
£65–85

York to Fountains Abbey by bus and foot

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Distance: 28.5 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

East Yorkshire operates a bus from Rail Station to Visitor Centre hourly. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Yorkshire Coastliner also services this route 4 times a week.

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