Keeping you moving over Christmas and New Year
Journey planner
Get ready for Christmas in York
It’s that magical time of year again, and we’re here to help plan your festive travels. From markets to local events or panto to shopping, there’s so much to see and do in York over Christmas. We've put a handy guide together below.
Our Christmas timetable at a glance
| DATE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Up to and including Tue 23 Dec |
York City network: normal service York Park & Ride: normal service University of York: non-term service |
| Wed 24 Dec (Christmas Eve) |
York City network: Saturday service York Park & Ride: Saturday service with early finishes University of York: non-term Saturday service |
| Thurs 25 Dec (Christmas Day) | No service |
| Fri 26 Dec (Boxing Day) |
York City network: No service York Park & Ride: We're running a reduced service on the following routes this year: 3, 7 and 9 only University of York: No service |
| Sat 27 Dec |
York City network: Normal Saturday service York Park & Ride: Normal weekday service University of York: non-term Saturday service |
| Sun 28 Dec |
York City network: Normal Sunday service York Park & Ride: Normal Sunday service University of York: non-term Sunday service |
| Mon 29 Dec |
York City network: Saturday service York Park & Ride: Normal weekday service University of York: non-term Saturday service |
| Tue 30 Dec |
York City network: Saturday service York Park & Ride: Normal weekday service University of York: non-term Saturday service |
| Wed 31 Dec (New Year’s Eve) |
York City network: Saturday service with early finishes York Park & Ride: Normal weekday service with early finishes University of York: non-term Saturday service with early finishes |
| Thurs 1 Jan (New Year’s Day) | No service |
| Fri 2 Jan |
York City network: Saturday service York Park & Ride: Normal weekday service University of York: non-term Saturday service |
| From Sat 3 Jan | Normal service resumes |
For more details, check out our timetable page.
How to reach us over Christmas
If you need help over the festive period, our friendly customer service team are working different hours.
| DATE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Mon 22 to Wed 24 Dec | Open 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Thurs 25 & Fri 26 Dec | Closed |
| Sat 27 Dec | Closed |
| Sun 28 Dec | Closed |
| Mon 29 Dec to Fri 2 Jan | Open 09:00 – 17:00 |
| From Sat 3 Jan | Open as usual |
We highly recommend downloading the First Bus App for the latest information or checking our service updates page.
Concessionary passes
Concessionary bus passes will still be available to use as normal, including free travel after 9.30am Mon–Fri and any time at weekends and bank holidays.
| DATE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Up to Tue 23 Dec | Concessions as usual |
| Wed 24 Dec (Christmas Eve) | Free after 09:30 |
| Thurs 25 Dec (Christmas Day) | No service |
| Fri 26 Dec (Boxing Day) | No service |
| Sat 27 Dec | Free any time (weekend) |
| Sun 28 Dec | Free any time (weekend) |
| Mon 29 Dec | Free after 09:30 |
| Tue 30 Dec | Free after 09:30 |
| Wed 31 Dec | Free after 09:30 |
| Thurs 1 Jan (New Year’s Day) | No service |
| From Fri 2 Jan | Concessions as usual |
Festive fun in York
York is packed with things to see and do this Christmas, so let us handle the driving. From Christmas markets to pantomimes and winter trails, here are some highlights.
York Christmas Market
York's award-winning Christmas Market will return from 13 Nov - 21 Dec, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the city.
Christmas Tree Festival
Experience York Minster’s popular Christmas Tree Festival, set inside the medieval Minster, with 70 trees on display.
York Theatre Royal
Your dreams have come true... watch Sleeping Beauty. A timeless tale of adventure, magic and festive family fun.
York Santa Experience
Step aboard City Cruises’ Santa Experience for a festive family adventure along the beautiful River Ouse.
Plan your journey below or get tickets in advance on the First Bus App.