How to get from Harrogate to Helmsley by bus and train?

From Harrogate to Helmsley by bus and train

To get from Harrogate to Helmsley you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NORTHERN train from Harrogate station to York station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X81 bus and finally take the M8 bus from Castle Howard station to Market Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The bus and train schedule from Harrogate may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Helmsley on the Moovit app.

178min
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - X81X81
Bus - M8M8
Walk to Helmsley
Leaves from Harrogate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Harrogate
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    York
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Station Avenue
    ID 32900130
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X81X81
    Wait for bus
    X81
    Castle Howard
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castle Howard
    ID 32096937
    57 min
  • 7
    Bus - M8M8
    Wait for bus
    M8
    Market Place
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Market Place
    ID 32001145
    44 min
  • 9
    Walk to Helmsley
    Walk to
    Helmsley
    Market Place
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Harrogate to Helmsley

The distance between Harrogate and Helmsley is approximately 92.45 km, which can typically be travelled in 178 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Harrogate to Helmsley by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Helmsley – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Harrogate to Helmsley

To check the bus and train schedule from Harrogate to Helmsley using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Harrogate) and destination (Helmsley), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Harrogate to Helmsley?

    The fastest way takes 178 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Bus line X81, Bus line M8.

  • Is there a direct train between Harrogate and Helmsley?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Harrogate to Helmsley?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from York station near Harrogate in Harrogate to Station Avenue station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Station Avenue station near Helmsley.

  • How long does it take to travel from Harrogate to Helmsley by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Harrogate and Helmsley by train and bus is about 2 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Harrogate to get to Helmsley?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the York station near Harrogate in Harrogate.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Harrogate and Helmsley?

    Get off the train at the Station Avenue stop, which is closest to Helmsley.

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