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Day trips to Harrogate by train

Take a break from it all with a day trip to Harrogate by train

      Sit back, relax, and enjoy the view as you speed towards your next day trip by train!

      Harrogate is an elegant spa town famous for its Victorian architecture, beautiful gardens, and relaxing atmosphere.

      Indulge in a quintessential English experience with afternoon tea, immerse yourself in Harrogate's cultural scene, or take a walk or bike ride in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

      Beat the rush and bag the best fares

      With so much to see and do in Harrogate, it pays to start early and stay longer. Choose an early departure and a later return to enjoy a full day in the city.


      Our recommended trains to and from Harrogate:

      • Depart London King's Cross at 07:33 and arrive in Harrogate at 10:20

      • Depart Leeds at 09:53 and arrive in Harrogate at 10:24

      Harrogate day trip itinerary

      A day trip to Harrogate by train is the low-stress, flexible choice for a relaxing day out - with no need to worry about traffic or parking!

      Valley Gardens

      10:30 - 12:00

      Enjoy a late morning stroll through the Valley Gardens after arriving in Harrogate.

      Price: Entry to the gardens is free

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      Montpellier Quarter Shopping

      12:00 - 13:30

      Browse through over 50 independent shops in the Montpellier Quarter.

      Price: Free to explore the streets and spend as much as you want

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      Afternoon tea at Betty's

      13:30 - 15:00

      A trip to Harrogate is not complete without experiencing an afternoon tea at Betty's Tearoom, the most popular tearoom's in Yorkshire.

      Price: £44.95 for standard afternoon tea per person, or if you really want to treat yourself go for the prosecco afternoon tea for £49.95 per person.

      Best for: Families/Couples/Solo travellers

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      Turkish Baths

      15:00 - 17:00

      Wind down at the end of the day by treating yourself to a 2 hour spa session in the historic Turkish Baths of Harrogate.

      Price: From £27 per person

      Best for: Couples/Solo travellers

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      Getting home

      Feel like there's more to explore and need an extra day? Why not stay over! There's plenty of amazing hotels to choose from in Harrogate.

      If you're just here for the day, check out there trains to get you home.

      • Depart Harrogate at 18:33 and arrive in London King's Cross at 21:22

      • Depart Harrogate at 16:33 and arrive in Leeds at 17:02

      More things to do in Harrogate

      • RHS Harlow Carr​

        Visit the stunning RHS Garden Harlow Carr, where theres something going on no matter the season.

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      • Yorkshire Appetite Food Walking Tours​

        Take the Classic Harrogate Food Tour to experience a wide range of locally sourced Yorkshire food from some of Harrogate’s best eateries.

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      • Pine Woods​

        Take your afternoon walk further out into nature with a trip to the Pine Woods, easily accessible via Valley Gardens.

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      Go by train and relax!

      • Pick your train seats​

        Choose your train seats, including which direction you would like to travel in.

        Pick your seat

      • Eat at your seat​

        Eat warm delicious food brought right to your seat.

        Eat at your seat

      • Group train travel savings​

        Travel with friends and book together and save 20%.

        Group train travel savings

      • Park your car at the station​

        Get there hassle free, leave your car at the station and avoid those motorway jams.

        Park your car at the station

      • Eco-friendly travel​

        With 70% less CO2 emissions than travelling by car, trains are the responsible way to travel.

        Eco-friendly travel

      • Get £5 free​

        Join LNER Perks to receive £5 joining credit, plus 2% cashback for every journey.

        Join LNER Perks

      Ready for your trip to Harrogate?

      Book now!