York River Bus: City Cruises

From Campsite to the City—And Back!

Prices From £15.00

Location: Kings Staith, York, YO1 9SN
Telephone:
020 77 400 400 Call Us
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About Us

Riverbus: City Cruises

From Campsite To The City - And Back!

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 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 at no extra cost.
Stunning Views
Spot the 13th-century Bishopthorpe Palace and beautiful local countryside.
Premium Comfort
Relax on the sun deck or in our heated saloon with full bar facilities.

We strongly advise pre-booking to guarantee your seat.

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Where to meet

City Centre Landing: King's Staith Landing, YO1 9SN
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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

  • Schedule: Sat & Sun (April to Sept) and Tues & Thurs during York School Holidays.
  • Parking: Parking is not permitted at Bosun's for Riverbus passengers.
  • Accessibility: King's Staith is accessible; campsite landings are managed independently.

Don’t just take our word for it!

★★★★★

"I booked a return trip from Naburn Lock. It is totally dog friendly—I'd say most of the people on board had dogs. Easy to book online, clear communication, and everything was bang on time. Such a pleasant, scenic way to travel into the city centre and very good value for money."

— SusieLips, TripAdvisor

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