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You can beat the traffic, and be kinder to the environment by using other ways to get around the Yorkshire Dales. Why not take a guided tour with Throstlenest Dales Tours, you’ll get to take a break from driving and see more of the beautiful Dales’ countryside as you’ll be introduced to some of our more hidden treasures.
Alternatively, why not take a leisurely cruise on a canal boat with Pennine Boat Trips or use public transport. Then everyone has a chance to see the view over the dry stone walls!
Bus Travel
It’s easier to get around without a car than you might expect and public transport users can participate in the Dales Bus discount scheme. The market towns are all served by regular daily bus services, with less frequent services to the villages. More information can be found at www.traveldales.org.uk or visit www.dalesbus.org for more info on the Dales Bus services.
Alternatively, you can leave your car on the edge of the Dales and use the bus to take you to your destination. From Easter until the end of October, extra summer bus services are run especially for visitors to the Dales. To check times of bus services check out this Journey Planner website. If travelling in the Western Dales, tel: 01228 606000.
Another option is to take advantage of the Royal Mail Postbus service. The Postbus allows you to leave the car behind and explore some of the more remote areas of the Dales. Three routes are available across the Dales including, Skipton to Malham, Ripon to Masham and across Wensleydale. For more information on the Postbus service and timetable details for the specified routes click here.
 Attractions and Accommodation displaying this symbol are within walking distance of either a bus service or rail station.
Of course there’s always more to see if you travel on foot or by bicycle. Why not visit www.dalesbusramblers.org.uk or join one of the many long distance routes that cross the Dales. Accommodation providers showing the  symbol offer safe storage for cycles. Alternatively, why not hire a boat and glide down a quiet picturesque canal.
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Rail Travel
 Travelling by train is also easy, plus it’s a fantastic way to explore the countryside.
The famous Leeds-Settle-Carlisle and the Leeds-Morecambe lines traverse spectacular scenery inaccessible by road. For further information, including details of events and guided walks, see www.settle-carlisle.co.uk or visit www.llmr.co.uk for details of the delightful Leeds-Morecambe Railway. For reliable bus/train connections along this line, contact the local Taxibus Tel: 015242 62753.
You can explore picturesque Wensleydale on the Wensleydale Railway between Leeming Bar (adjacent to the A1) and Redmire on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park - see www.wensleydalerailway.com
Steam trains operate regularly on the delightful Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, although special steam train events are held on other lines during the year.
Click here for the National Rail Network
  Disabled travellers wishing to book assistance on the Settle-Carlisle or Leeds-Morecambe railway lines are advised to ring 0845 600 8008. Please allow at least 24 hours before your journey.
Timetables of all current bus and train services are also available from any of our local Tourist Information Centres.
By leaving your car behind on just two days during your holiday, you will be making a valuable contribution to the future well being of the Dales. |
Northern Dales
