What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkstall to York?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkstall to York is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkstall to York?

The fastest way to get from Kirkstall to York is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkstall and York?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kirkstall Lights and arriving at The Mount. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Kirkstall and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Headingley and arriving at York. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Kirkstall to York?

The distance between Kirkstall and York is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.3 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkstall to York without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkstall to York without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Kirkstall to York?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Kirkstall to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkstall to York bus from?

Kirkstall to York bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, depart from Kirkstall Lights station.

Where do I catch the Kirkstall to York train from?

Kirkstall to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Headingley station.

Train or bus from Kirkstall to York?

The best way to get from Kirkstall to York is to train via Leeds which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Kirkstall to York bus arrive?

Kirkstall to York bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, arrive at The Mount station.

Where does the Kirkstall to York train arrive?

Kirkstall to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Kirkstall to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkstall to York is 27 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Kirkstall to York.

How do I get a train ticket from Kirkstall to York?

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Where can I stay near York?

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There are 6 ways to get from Kirkstall to York by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Headingley to Leedstrain York - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Yorktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
37 min
£8–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kirkstall Lights to The Mountbus 875
58 min
£3–5
Drive 27.1 mi
1. Drive from Kirkstall to Yorkcar 27.1 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkstall to Yorktaxi 27.1 mi
36 min
£120–150
Train
1. Take the train from Headingley to Yorktrain Leeds - York
1h 7m
£11–22
Bus via Cultural C
1. Take the bus from Kirkstall Lane to Cultural Cbus 49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
1h 57m
£4–5

Kirkstall to York by train

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Kirkstall, England and York, England?

You can take a train from Headingley to York via Leeds in around 37 min. Alternatively, The Keighley Bus Company operates a bus from Kirkstall Lights to The Mount twice a week. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 58 min.

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