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Take a relaxing train to Harrogate
Relax and watch the beautiful scenery of the English countryside fly past the windows as you speed between London and Harrogate.
With LNER, not only will you arrive feeling ready for the day ahead thanks to our comfy seats and range of refreshments, but you'll also have that little bit extra spending money left in your pocket.
Average travel time
2h 53m
Distance
180 miles
Today's train times
Upcoming direct journeys for London King's Cross to Harrogate trains
Things to do in Harrogate
Escape the hubbub of modern life in Harrogate – a picture-perfect Victorian spa town where time has pretty much stood still. Take afternoon tea at Betty’s. Scrub away your worries in the spa. Wander among the fabulously colourful flowers in the royal gardens. Above all, relax.
Turkish Baths
Relax while surrounded by the stunning architecture and intricate interior design of the Turkish Baths Harrogate. Here you can indulge yourself in the Victorian Turkish bath and experience luxury with one of the many spa treatments available. Sign up now and feel all your stress disappear.
Royal Turkish bathsBetty's Harrogate
Tea for two anyone? Bettys is must when in Harrogate – we recommend going for the afternoon tea (whether you choose tea or prosecco probably depends on the time of day) so you can try a range of their sweet and savoury bits. And on the ay out, swing by their shop and pick up a few delicacies to take home for your friends… if you can hold on to them for that long.
BettysCrowne Plaza
Located right in the heart of the town, the Crowne Plaza is a short walk from the station. The stylish rooms offer a relaxing space for you to sit back and relax after a big day out. The hotel also has a modern fitness centre, free WiFi and the Springs restaurant at which you can grab breakfast to set yourself up for the day.
Crowne Plaza
Turkish Baths
Relax while surrounded by the stunning architecture and intricate interior design of the Turkish Baths Harrogate. Here you can indulge yourself in the Victorian Turkish bath and experience luxury with one of the many spa treatments available. Sign up now and feel all your stress disappear.
Royal Turkish bathsBetty's Harrogate
Tea for two anyone? Bettys is must when in Harrogate – we recommend going for the afternoon tea (whether you choose tea or prosecco probably depends on the time of day) so you can try a range of their sweet and savoury bits. And on the ay out, swing by their shop and pick up a few delicacies to take home for your friends… if you can hold on to them for that long.
BettysCrowne Plaza
Located right in the heart of the town, the Crowne Plaza is a short walk from the station. The stylish rooms offer a relaxing space for you to sit back and relax after a big day out. The hotel also has a modern fitness centre, free WiFi and the Springs restaurant at which you can grab breakfast to set yourself up for the day.
Crowne PlazaThe Royal Hall
Laugh your socks off to a few jokes, sing-along to epic music, and get lost in the wonderful world of musicals – all while in sitting in the beautiful surroundings of the Grade II listed Edwardian building that is the Royal Hall. Check out what’s on via the website and book your tickets well in advance, it’s a popular place and you don’t want to miss out.
The Royal Hall
Discover more things to do and places to see in Harrogate.

Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a London to Harrogate train
Book your London to Harrogate train in advance
Buying your London to Harrogate train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from London King's Cross to Harrogate with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsSave 63%** on trains to Harrogate from London with Family tickets
Travel between 17 cities and save on average 63%** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Family SinglesUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest London to Harrogate trains
Access the best train fares between London King's Cross and Harrogate easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your London to Harrogate train in advance
Buying your London to Harrogate train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from London King's Cross to Harrogate with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsSave 63%** on trains to Harrogate from London with Family tickets
Travel between 17 cities and save on average 63%** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Family SinglesUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest London to Harrogate trains
Access the best train fares between London King's Cross and Harrogate easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
** Average saving is based on two adults and two children travelling with an LNER Family Single vs Advance fare.
Take the train to Harrogate from London with LNER
Taking the train from London King's Cross to Harrogate is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 180 miles, our trains to Harrogate from London take just 2h 53m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious London to Harrogate train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use of our London King's Cross First Class lounge.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Harrogate?
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Harrogate?
Yes, there are direct LNER trains from London King's Cross to Harrogate with a journey that usually takes just over 2h 53m.During the week, there are approximately 4 direct LNER trains per day between 07:33 and 13:33.
Which rail lines go through Harrogate?
Which rail lines go through Harrogate?
The train lines through Harrogate station are LNER and Northern Trains.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Harrogate?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Harrogate?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from London King's Cross to Harrogate.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.