How to travel from Manchester to Harrogate

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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Harrogate

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Harrogate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 45 miles (73 km)

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€19

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2h 12m

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1h 42m

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2h 55m

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from Manchester to Harrogate

How to get from Manchester to Harrogate by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Manchester to Harrogate is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    6:15 AM2h55
    Manchester
    9:10 AMHarrogate
    131One-way
    0 transfers

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  • National Express
    6:15 AM2h55
    Manchester
    9:10 AMHarrogate
    131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    6:15 AM2h55
    Manchester
    9:10 AMHarrogate
    131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • National Express
    8:25 AM3h45
    Manchester
    12:10 PMHarrogate
    131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    7:55 AM3h15
    Manchester
    11:10 AMHarrogate
    141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Harrogate

Travel to Harrogate easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Harrogate.

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There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Harrogate including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Harrogate is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Harrogate:

A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Harrogate costing on average €19.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Harrogate is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Harrogate take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 55m.

The distance from Manchester to Harrogate is approximately 45 miles (73 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Harrogate is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Harrogate as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Harrogate:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Victoria (MCV) and arrive in Harrogate station (HGT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Harrogate, Station Parade.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Harrogate, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Harrogate by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express to go to Harrogate by train.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Harrogate often also extend their vacation to go to Leeds, York, London, Horsforth, Bradford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Harrogate and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Harrogate to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Harrogate's key attractions, including the Turkish Baths, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, and the historic town center, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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