Image credit: Ribblehead Viaduct
Image credit: Yorkshire Coast Community Rail Partnership
Image credit: The Bentham Line
Experience Yorkshire by train and be transported through captivating scenery, charming market towns and historic viaducts.
Take the train along the Esk Valley Railway to explore the natural beauty of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, go from rail to trail with walks in the Forest of Bowland from the Bentham Line and marvel at the spectacular scenery along the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway.
Known as ‘God’s Own County’, Yorkshire is home to some of the greatest rail journeys in Britain.
Leeds – Morecambe / Heysham Port via Skipton, Bentham & Lancaster
Explore the history of the Bentham Line, nestled in scenic Yorkshire & Lancashire countryside.
Darlington – Bishop Auckland
Taking just 27 minutes you’ll enjoy a relaxing journey admiring the rich heritage and beautiful landscape along the way.
York – Edinburgh via Newcastle
The main line from London to York, Durham, Newcastle and Edinburgh, home of the Flying Scotsman, has some spectacular scenic highlights.
Middlesbrough – Whitby
From the heart of Middlesbrough to the historic seaside town of Whitby, passing through the North York Moors National Park and serving 17 stations along the route.
Hull – Scarborough
Visit historic Hull, the UK City of Culture 2017, before exploring the seaside resorts of Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough.
Sheffield – Manchester Piccadilly via Stockport
See dramatic scenery, quaint villages and historic viaducts along the Hope Valley Line.
Sheffield – Huddersfield
The beautiful Penistone Line stretches from the historic West Yorkshire town of Huddersfield to the vibrant cultural city of Sheffield.
Sheffield – Cleethorpes via Brigg
Sit back, relax and watch the beautiful countryside go by as you travel along the Sheffield to Cleethorpes line.
Doncaster – Lincoln
Take a journey through history as you travel along the Doncaster to Lincoln line.
Settle – Carlisle
Feel like you've stepped back in time as you explore one of the world's greatest railway journeys along the Settle to Carlisle line.
Mills Hill – Brighouse via Halifax
Take a journey through the heart of West Yorkshire as you explore the Calder Valley Line.
Experience new adventures when you enjoy greener days out by rail this autumn. Take a look at our suggestions here.
We're getting on board for Catch the Bus Month and bring you some suggestions on how you can explore further when you combine your adventure with trains and buses.
Leeds – Morecambe / Heysham Port via Skipton, Bentham & Lancaster
Explore the history of the Bentham Line, nestled in scenic Yorkshire & Lancashire countryside.
