By Car
Getting to the National Railway Museum by car is straightforward and convenient:
From the South: If you're coming from the south, take the A1(M) northbound. Exit at Junction 44 onto the A64 towards York. Follow the signs for York City Centre and the National Railway Museum.
From the North: Traveling from the north? Take the A1(M) southbound and exit at Junction 47 onto the A59 towards York. Continue on the A59 until you reach the city, then follow the signs for the museum.
By Bus
If you prefer to travel by bus, York's excellent public transport system makes it easy to reach the National Railway Museum:
From York City Centre: Several bus routes serve the museum, including the number 10, 12, and 13 buses. These routes stop at the museum or nearby in the city centre, from where it's just a short walk to the museum’s entrance.
Park and Ride: York also operates a convenient Park and Ride service. The closest Park and Ride site to the museum is the Poppleton Bar, which is on the number 59 bus route. This bus will take you directly to York Station, where you can then walk to the museum in just a few minutes.
By Train
The National Railway Museum is ideally located for those arriving by train:
York Station: The museum is just a 5-10 minute walk from York Railway Station, making it an easy and convenient option for those traveling by train. York Station is well connected with regular services from major cities across the UK, including London, Edinburgh, Manchester, and Leeds.
Walking Directions from York Station: Once you arrive at York Station, exit through the main entrance and follow the signs for the National Railway Museum. Cross the footbridge over the railway tracks, and you'll see the museum directly ahead. The walk is flat and accessible, perfect for families with children or pushchairs.
