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Following the announcement of the UK Gov £3 cap, we're making some changes to our fares from 1st Jan. You can find more details here.
Our University of York Christmas timetable at a glance
| DATE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Sun 10 Nov to Sat 14 Dec |
Normal service |
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Sun 15 Dec to Mon 23 Dec |
U1, U2 & UN1 will run a reduced timetable. The U3 & U4 will not run between these dates |
|
Tues 24 Dec (Christmas Eve) |
Saturday service with some early finishes. More detail on early Christmas Eve finishes here. |
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Wed 25 Dec (Christmas Day) |
No service |
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Thurs 26 Dec (Boxing Day) |
No service |
| Fri 27 Dec |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2. No service on UN1, U3, or U4 |
| Sat 28 Dec |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2. No service on UN1, U3, or U4 |
| Sun 29 Dec |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2 & UN1. No service on U3, or U4 |
| Mon 30 Dec |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2. No service on UN1, U3, or U4 |
|
Tues 31 Dec (New Year’s Eve) |
Saturday service with some early finishes. More detail on early New Year's Eve finishes here. |
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Wed 1 Jan (New Year’s Day) |
No service |
| Thurs 2 Jan |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2, & UN1. No service on U3 or U4. |
| Fri 3 Jan |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2. No service on UN1, U3, or U4 |
| Sat 4 Jan |
Reduced timetable on services U1, U2. No service on UN1, U3, or U4 |
| From Sun 5 Jan | Normal service resumes across all services |
York students! Whether you’re a fresh face on campus or a seasoned pro, we’re here to get you where you need to go – be it to a lecture, the gym, a night out with friends or simply exploring the beautiful city of York.
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
University network map
Timetables for all services vary by day to match your needs, so be sure to check them out here.
Introducing your University services
U1 & U2
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'.
UN1
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.
U3
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.
U4
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.
Travel free 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. For more information on fares click here.
Services are reduced during the holiday period. Remember to check the timetable before you travel here.
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