Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Knaresborough travel guide

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With a population of 14,740, Knaresborough is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Knaresborough to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Knaresborough

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bear at Carriages (87-89 High Street) and Six Poor Folk (25 Castlegate) are great picks.

When to visit Knaresborough

Knaresborough in October
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Knaresborough in October
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Knaresborough

Plane

When flying to Knaresborough, you’ll arrive at Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Knaresborough departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Knaresborough, followed by LNER. The train journey from Knaresborough to Manchester takes 1h 12m and costs around £10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £146 for a 2h 14m trip. Located 1.4 miles from the city centre, Knaresborough Starbeck, Nyork is the busiest station in Knaresborough. Another popular train station is Knaresborough, located 1.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Knaresborough is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 182 miles from Knaresborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Knaresborough, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Knaresborough takes 70 miles and will cost you around £4. From London, the ticket costs about £11 for a journey of 225 miles.

Plane

When flying to Knaresborough, you’ll arrive at Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Knaresborough departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Knaresborough, followed by LNER. The train journey from Knaresborough to Manchester takes 1h 12m and costs around £10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £146 for a 2h 14m trip. Located 1.4 miles from the city centre, Knaresborough Starbeck, Nyork is the busiest station in Knaresborough. Another popular train station is Knaresborough, located 1.1 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Knaresborough is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 182 miles from Knaresborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Knaresborough, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Knaresborough takes 70 miles and will cost you around £4. From London, the ticket costs about £11 for a journey of 225 miles.

Airports near Knaresborough

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Knaresborough

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Knaresborough

Average rates range from around £102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £128 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Knaresborough

Most booked hotels in Knaresborough

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Kirkgate House
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Orchard Club - Newton House
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Crowne Plaza Harrogate
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Bay Horse Inn Goldsborough
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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White Hart Hotel & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Hiring a car in Knaresborough

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Knaresborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Knaresborough is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Knaresborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Knaresborough is Full-size (Volvo XC60 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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