There are 3 ways to get from York to Fountains Abbey by train, taxi or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train, taxi • 40 min
$51 - $69
2 alternative options
Taxi • 41 min
$110 - $140
Drive • 41 min
$6 - $9
What companies run services between York, England and Fountains Abbey, England?
There is no direct connection from York to Fountains Abbey. However, you can take the train to Knaresborough then take the taxi to Fountains Abbey. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Fountains Abbey.

- Website
- northernrailway.co.uk
Train from York to Knaresborough
- Ave. Duration
- 24 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $6 - $10
- Website
- northernrailway.co.uk
- Ave. Duration
- 16 min
- Estimated price
- $45 - $60
Amber Cars
- Phone
- +44 113 202 2117
- Website
- taxileeds.co.uk
Royal Cars Leeds
- Phone
- +44 113 230 5000
- Website
- leeds-taxi.com
Streamline Taxis
- Phone
- +44 1904 638833
- Website
- streamlinetaxisyork.co.uk
Fleetways Taxis
- Phone
- +44 1904 365365
- Website
- fleetways.co.uk
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Questions & Answers
How far is it from York to Fountains Abbey?
The distance between York and Fountains Abbey is 37 km. The road distance is 47 km.
What is the cheapest way to get from York to Fountains Abbey?
The cheapest way to get from York to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 41 min.
What is the fastest way to get from York to Fountains Abbey?
The quickest way to get from York to Fountains Abbey is to train and taxi which takes 40 min and costs £35 - £50.
How long does it take to get from York to Fountains Abbey?
It takes approximately 40 min to get from York to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.