North Yorkshire
Explore North Yorkshire the slow way, 19 bus routes and 2 rail routes, plus attractions worth the detour.
🚌 Bus journeys
19 bus routes through North Yorkshire
Hop on, hop off and watch the scenery roll past.
BusGreat Scenic Journeys Scarborough
A brand new open-top tour with a live guide spinning tales as you roll past St. Mary's Church and Scarborough…
Bus7, Harrogate – Wetherby – Leeds
A languid, scenic alternative to the 36, the 7 eases out of elegant Harrogate across sweeping green lawns to…
Bus1, Harrogate to Knaresborough
A short ride with a big shift in character, leaving Harrogate's Victorian grid and villa-lined avenues for…
Bus21, Knaresborough to Roecliffe Church
An unhurried drift from Knaresborough's stone streets, with downhill glimpses of the River Nidd and its…
Bus280, Skipton, Barnoldswick, Clitheroe to Preston
In under two hours, this brisk cross-county run leaves the drystone walls and rolling Dales above Skipton…
BusX93/X94 Middlesbrough to Scarborough
Swap Middlesbrough's urban buzz for the wide-open North York Moors on this three-bus odyssey, tracing the…
BusX4/X4A Middlesbrough to Loftus and Whitby
Trace cliff-edge coastal roads from Whitby with the North Sea crashing below and seabirds wheeling overhead…
BusX46/7, York to Hull
Begin beneath York Minster's towers, loop past the Dungeon and Castle, cross the Foss three times and slip…
BusCity Sightseeing Tour of York
Ride the open-topper through 2000 years of York, with lively summer guides and multi-language commentary…
Bus64, Ilkley to Skipton
Trade two handsome market towns for an hour of moorland magic, rolling out from Ilkley's Manor House and…
BusCoaster Bridlington – Scarborough
The Coaster is a stylish transportation service that runs from Bridlington to Scarborough, stopping at…
BusMoors Explorer
There can be no better way to travel round the rugged, yet beautiful North York Moors than on the Moors…
BusBeachcomber
Ride the Beachcomber and visit the Scarborough Spa, the Sealife Centre, a harbor, bingo hall, amusement…
Bus72 Skipton – Grassington
This delightful route goes deep into the Yorkshire Dales National Park through beautiful North Yorkshire…
Bus36 Leeds – Harrogate – Ripon
This is a bus route that’s won awards for its great customer service and it is a real ‘feel good factor’.
Bus24 Harrogate – Pateley Bridge
This is a route that leaves stylish Harrogate with its upmarket shops and eateries, culture and fascination…
🚂 Rail journeys
2 rail routes in North Yorkshire
Heritage steam, mainline scenic lines and everything in between.
🥾 Walking routes23 in North Yorkshire
Stretch your legs between journeys
Real routes with maps and GPX downloads, most reachable car-free.
📍 Editor’s picks · don’t miss
What every visitor to North Yorkshire should put on their list
AttractionLendal Bridge, York
Victorian iron footbridge spanning the River Ouse in central York, opened in 1863 and a distinctive landmark…
AttractionYorkshire Museum, York
Regional museum in central York with collections spanning natural history, geology, archaeology and local…
AttractionSt Mary's Abbey, York
Substantial ruins of a 12th-century Benedictine monastery in central York, now landscaped within Museum…
AttractionMuseum Gardens, York
Ten acres of Victorian parkland surrounding medieval abbey ruins in the heart of York, free to visit and…
AttractionYork Railway Station
Victorian railway station with distinctive curved roof design, major transport hub and architectural landmark.
AttractionMicklegate Bar
Southern gatehouse of York's medieval city walls, historically the entry point for royalty and the site of…
AttractionThe Knavesmire
Historic parkland on York's southern edge, home to the racecourse and a significant recreational space for…
AttractionYork Racecourse
Historic horse racing venue where flat racing takes place across multiple seasonal meetings throughout the…
AttractionBishopthorpe Road
South-facing Victorian residential street known for its independent shops, cafes, and distinctive character.
AttractionThe Shambles
Narrow medieval street lined with timber-framed buildings, among the best preserved in England and…
AttractionYork Art Gallery
Art museum housing an extensive collection of paintings, ceramics, and decorative arts from across centuries.
AttractionYork Exhibition Square
Historic city square surrounded by museums and cultural venues, central to York's tourist and cultural life.
ℹ Know before you go
North Yorkshire at a glance
🚍 Operators here
12 transport operators serve North Yorkshire
The bus and rail companies you’ll meet on these routes.
🎫 Rewards in North Yorkshire
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Travel by bus and unlock exclusive discounts at attractions, cafés and shops across North Yorkshire.
20% OFFBean & Gone Coffee
Looking for the perfect coffee fix in York? Bean & Gone Coffee at Bootham Bar is the spot to be! Whether you need a rich, energizing brew or a…
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10% OFFBedern Hall
Bedern Hall is a hidden gem in York, rich in medieval history. Once home to the Vicars Choral, it now serves as a stunning venue for events and…
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15% OFFClifford's Tower
Clifford's Tower, the striking centerpiece of York Castle, offers panoramic city views from its ancient walls. Built by William the Conqueror, it has…
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Pair with a neighbouring region
4 regions border North Yorkshire, most are reachable by bus or rail.