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North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Heritage Railway & Transport · North Yorkshire, England

North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a heritage railway & transport in North Yorkshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £38 · Child £19 · Family £95
Full Pickering-Whitby line reopened June 2026 after bridge propping at Grosmont; permanent repairs over winter 2026-27. Short journeys from £11.95 adult; Day Rover for unlimited travel; Kids Go Free on standard services (one child per paying adult). Saver rates in school holidays (24 Oct-1 Nov 2026).
Opening times2026 season from 28 March. Holiday Discount dates include 24 October - 1 November.
Best time to goWeekdays in May-June and September. Steam days are the best.
School holiday tipEarly July suits Scottish visitors. Late August is English peak; book ahead.
Best agesAll ages
All ages.
If it rainsCovered carriages; stations and moors are outdoors
Money saverFamily returns; combine with free walks at stops
Top tipsRide from Pickering to Whitby and break the journey at Goathland. Book window seats.
What to packLayers, waterproofs, picnic

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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