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Ready to swap the campsite for a day in the city without the traffic?
Trade the stress of the road for the river breeze—your scenic campsite connection to the city is back! Whether you are staying at Naburn, Acaster Malbis, or Bishopthorpe, our Riverbus is the smartest way to leave the car behind and arrive in the heart of York feeling relaxed.
- The Ultimate Traffic-Free Route: Skip the congestion and arrive in style via the scenic River Ouse.
- 100% Dog-Friendly: We love our regular four-legged passengers! Bring your dog along at no extra cost.
- Stunning Landmark Views: Spot the 13th-century Bishopthorpe Palace and beautiful local countryside.
- Premium Comfort: Relax on the open-topped sun deck or in our heated saloon, with full bar and toilet facilities on board.
Grab your tickets and join us on the river:
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The Riverbus service is a campsite favorite—it is the most relaxing way to travel from Bishopthorpe, Naburn, and Acaster Malbis into York city centre. Why deal with the hassle of city driving when you can enjoy a steady cruise past the 13th-century Bishopthorpe Palace and the stunning Yorkshire countryside?
While this is a dedicated transportation service rather than a full sightseeing tour, you still get the premium facilities of our main fleet. Start your day on the sun deck or stay cozy in the heated saloon, and make the most of our on-board bar serving local beers, spirits, and hot drinks. It is more than just a taxi service; it is the best part of your day out.
We strongly advise pre-booking your tickets online to guarantee your seat, as this is the only way to ensure your place on-board. Subject to availability, walk-up tickets may be available at the landings (cash and card accepted). Best of all, we are fully dog-friendly, so the whole family can travel together!
Schedule
Operating Days:
Sat & Sun: April to September
Tues & Thurs: York School Holidays (24th July to 28th August)
Morning (Boarding/Departure):
09:20/09:30 - Naburn Lock
09:35/09:45 - Acaster Malbis
10:05/10:15 - Bishopthorpe
Arrival/Disembarking in York at 10:55
Afternoon (Disembarking/Departure):
Boarding at 15:45, Departure at 16:00 in York
16:35/16:40 - Bishopthorpe
17:00/17:05 - Acaster Malbis
17:10/17:15 - Naburn Lock
Where to meet
City Centre Landing:
King's Staith Landing, York, YO1 9SN
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Campsite Stops:
The Riverfront, Bishopthorpe (YO23 2SB)
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Naburn Lock (YO19 4RU)
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Acaster Malbis (YO23 2UH)
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Important Information
- Parking Notice: Please note that parking is not permitted at Bosun's for Riverbus passengers.
- Accessibility: Our landing at King's Staith is accessible, but campsite landings are managed independently; please contact your campsite to confirm their facilities.
- On-Board Policy: To ensure the comfort of all passengers, smoking and vaping are not permitted on our vessels.
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- York Fish and Chips Cruise - Enjoy fish & chips as you sail through York.
- Alive After Five Cruise - The happiest hour of the day on the river.
- Evening Escape on the Ouse - Free boarding drink!
- Party Nights Afloat - York’s ultimate floating nightclub!
- Private Hire! - Book your unforgettable event!
York River Bus: City Cruises Opening Hours
Operating Days:
Sat & Sun: April to September
Tues & Thurs: York School Holidays (24th July to 28th August)
Morning (Boarding/Departure):
09:20/09:30 - Naburn Lock
09:35/09:45 - Acaster Malbis
10:05/10:15 - Bishopthorpe
Arrival/Disembarking in York at 10:55
Afternoon (Disembarking/Departure):
Boarding at 15:45, Departure at 16:00 in York
16:35/16:40 - Bishopthorpe
17:00/17:05 - Acaster Malbis
17:10/17:15 - Naburn Lock
Live availability is on the City Cruises website...
