York University services
Changes to University of York timetables
Our University of York buses are currently running on their summer timetable until Sunday 7th September 2025. Some services have been reduced, and some have been paused.
We’re bringing discounted, easy bus travel to students across York so you can explore the city, or keep doing the things you love, for less!
Our fantastic range of money-saving bus tickets will help you cut the cost of getting to lectures, going out with mates or shopping on the weekends, so you can spend more on the things you want to do. Plus, with our reliable bus services, you can travel between your accommodation, the campus, the city, the clubs and more.
There's never been a better time to hop on board, with big savings that get you far.
University of York services
Students of York! Whether you’re a fresh face on campus or a seasoned pro, we’re here to get you where you need to go. A lecture? No problem. The gym? We got you. A night out with friends or simply exploring the beautiful city of York? We're there.
Key benefits
- - Frequent buses every 7-8 minutes between York city centre and the campus with the U1 & U2
- - 24-hour buses between York city centre and the campus with U1 & UN1
- - Free travel within the campus zone (refer to the map for details) and fares starting at just £1.50
- - Late-night and early-morning services on the UN1 throughout the week
- - 100% electric buses
Introducing your University services
The U1 and U2 will be your best travel buddies, offering services into York City Centre every 7-8 minutes during the day. The U1, it's your trusty ride from York Sport Village into York city centre via Green Dykes Lane and Lansdowne Terrace. Just like the band, the U2 is a classic. It’s your go-to ride from York Sport Village into York City Centre via The Retreat and the Barbican, catch this bus and you're sure to have a 'Beautiful Day'.
Services are reduced during the holiday period - The U1 & U2 are currently operating on a reduced timetable and will return to normal service from 7th September 2025. Click here for more information.
Best for: York Railway Station and City Centre
View timetables here.
View route map here.
Next up is the UN1, think of this as the U1's 'up all night partying' younger brother. Running midnight to 4:22 AM, seven days a week from Campus East into York City Centre via Green Dykes Lane and Lansdowne Terrace and back. Whether you’re heading out for a late-night study session or returning from a night out, the UN1 has you covered.
Services are reduced during the holiday period - The UN1 is currently operating on a reduced timetable on Friday and Saturday evenings only and will return to normal service from 7th September 2025. Click here for more information.
Best for: York Railway Station and City Centre
View timetables here.
View route map here.
New for 24/25 is the U3, connecting you to the Barbican from Campus East via Fulford Road. This route is perfect for exploring new parts of the city or making the most of your time at York.
Services are reduced during the holiday period - The U3 is currently not operating and will return to service from 7th September 2025. Click here for more information.
Best for: Fulford and York Barbican
View timetables here.
View route map here.
Last but by no means least is the U4, your new weekend service between Campus East and Designer Outlet via Fulford Road on Saturday and Sunday only. Ideal for a bit of retail therapy or a weekend adventure.
Services are reduced during the holiday period - The U4 is currently not operating and will return to service from 7th September 2025. Click here for more information.
Best for: Fulford and Designer Outlet
View timetables here.
View route map here.
Free travel in campus zones
You can travel for free within the campus zone when you tap on and tap off the bus, you won't be charged if you get on anywhere between York Sports Village and Green Dykes Lane, The Retreat and Fulford Golf Club, depending on the service you catch. Check our network maps below for more information. If you can't tap on and tap off, you can pay a £1.50 fare to travel within the campus zone.
Services are reduced during the holiday period. Remember to check the timetable before you travel here.
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