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 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Harrogate station to Leeds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 28 bus from Railway Station Stop U station to Market Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 27 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.

267min
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 2828
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
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scarborough
    78 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station Stop U
    ID 32006580
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Helmsley
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Market Place
    ID 32001145
    101 min
  • 9
    Walk to Helmsley
    Walk to
    Helmsley
    Market Place
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Harrogate to Helmsley by bus and train via 36, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 28

To get from Harrogate to Helmsley you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 36 bus from Hgte Bus Stn Stand 6 station to Victoria O station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 28 bus from Railway Station Stop U station to Market Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 44 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.

284min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 2828
Walk to Helmsley
Leaves from Hgte Bus Stn Stand 6

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hgte Bus Stn Stand 6
    ID 32090060
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Leeds Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Victoria O
    ID 45012974
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeds
    890 m • 12 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scarborough
    78 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station Stop U
    ID 32006580
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Helmsley
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Market Place
    ID 32001145
    101 min
  • 10
    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 193.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 267 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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Alternative route from Harrogate to Helmsley by bus and train via 36, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 28

To get from Harrogate to Helmsley you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 36 bus from Hgte Bus Stn Stand 6 station to Victoria O station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 28 bus from Railway Station Stop U station to Market Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 44 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.

284min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3636
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 2828
Walk to Helmsley
Leaves from Hgte Bus Stn Stand 6

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hgte Bus Stn Stand 6
    ID 32090060
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Leeds Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Victoria O
    ID 45012974
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeds
    890 m • 12 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Scarborough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scarborough
    78 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station Stop U
    ID 32006580
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Helmsley
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Market Place
    ID 32001145
    101 min
  • 10
    Walk to Helmsley
    Walk to
    Helmsley
    Market Place
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 267 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 28.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Harrogate to Helmsley?

    The alternative route takes 284 minutes, using Bus line 36, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct train between Harrogate and Helmsley?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Harrogate to Helmsley?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Leeds station near Harrogate in Harrogate to Leeds station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Leeds 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 4 hr 27 min.

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

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

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

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

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