Public Transport
Public transport for residents and visitors to the Howardian Hills National Landscape
Public transport provision in the Howardian Hills changes regularly in response to changes in demand, funding, etc. Innovative schemes such as ‘dial-a-ride’ services are available, but in general good travel-to-work connections are still sporadic.
In summer Moorsbus runs services on weekends and bank holidays. To reach the Howardian Hills use the M31 and M8 services. The M8 serves popular Howardian Hills villages and Nunnington Hall National Trust Property. Check their website for up to date timetables and maps.
For a fairly comprehensive guide to exploring the Howardian Hills, the North York Moors and Coast by public transport please see the Sit Back and Enjoy the Ride leaflet.
Active bus stops within the Howardian Hills National Landscape are also plotted on our active map.
There are a number of community transport initiatives run by organisations, such as Ryedale Community Transport, that serve the Howardian Hills National Landscape area. These include minibus hire and a moped hire scheme for young people to access work or education opportunities.
By Train
The nearest stations are in York, Malton and Thirsk. For details see National Rail Enquiries. Some services link up with local buses.
Bus Services & Timetables
Bustimes – one of the most comprehensive bus service search sites
North Yorkshire Council
Traveline – search for busses in our area
Yorkshire Coastliner – busses connecting York to Easingwold, Malton and the Yorkshire Coast