The airport is located between Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate and these cities are served well by buses from the airport. A rail station is planned, but is some years away.
Bus
Flying Tiger buses, operated by Yorkshire Tiger, run frequently to all three cities, offering free Wi-Fi and power outlets. The 757 bus takes you to Leeds (in 30-50 minutes). The 737 goes to Harrogate in one direction (in 30-40 minutes), and Bradford in the other direction (in 40-50 minutes). The 747 bus also goes to Bradford. Find timetables here: www.flyingtigerbus.co.uk/timetables.php
The 967 service, operated by TLC Travel, takes you to local areas, including Pool, Otley and Yeadon.
Returning to the airport, you can get a bus at any of the following locations: Leeds Bus Station, Leeds Coach Station (for National Express and Megabus), Leeds Railway Station, Bradford Train Station, Harrogate Train Station, Harrogate Bus Station.
Cost:
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Leeds: GBP 3.20 one-way, GBP 6 return (within 28 days)
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Bradford: GBP 3.60 one-way, GBP 6 return
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Harrogate: GBP 5 one-way, GBP 8 return
Buying tickets: On the bus in cash (you can pay in EUR, but will get change in GBP)
Taxi
Taxis are operated by Arrow Cars. You can pick up a taxi at the airport, or pre-book one online or by calling +44 (0) 112 258 5888. Taxis take around 30 minutes to all the three main cities, Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate.
Cost: GBP 20-25 (plus GBP 3 pick-up/drop-off fee if you use another taxi company)
Train
The nearest rail stations are Guisely (take the 737 airport bus towards Bradford) and Horsforth (take the 757 Leeds airport bus to Horsforth and change to the 31 or 32 bus, Mon-Sat, to get to the station).
