At OTS we can offer a transport service from the City of York to any UK Airport. We have a wide range of vehicles to suit you and accomodate a variety of transfers, our helpful sales team can help organise your journey. By using the drop down menus and entering the journey requirements you can generate an instant online quote, simply by clicking on the price you can proceed to pay. A 'meet and greet' service can be arranged with your booking if you would like to be met in arrivals or you can use the driver number we will email along with your picking up instructions. Either way we aim to provide you with a comfortable and direct transfer to your desination.
Overview of York
York is a city in North Yorkshire and is 48 miles from Humberside Airport, the journey normally takes about an hour in normal traffic conditions. York has a population of 137505 according to the 2001 census and was founded by the Romans in 71AD. Originally built where the River Foss meets the River Ouse the remains have been unearthed of the original fortress and walls. The Romans named it Eboracum, the Anglo Saxons named it Eoforwic and the vikings after them called it Jorvik, gradually becoming the name York.
The city has alot to offer with attractions and things to do, both modern and historic. Being an ancient town visitors have many places to go to find out about its heritage. There are historic houses, Castles, Museums, Galleries and Gardens. A few of these are Yorkshire Museum, York Dungeon, York Minster, National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum, Cliffords Tower and Yorvik Viking Centre. There are guided walks, open top buses and boat trips available which are excellent ways to see the sights of York city or the countryside. York Minster is the largest Medieval Gothic Cathedral north of the Alps, the Centre Tower being a top tourist attraction offering breathtaking views of the Vale of York. Outdoor activities could include The walk around the walls of the city,a day at York Racecourse or a riverside walk.
Other attractions include The Micklegate Bar-Yorks 12th Century southgate, Merchant Adventurers Hall, York city art gallery and Fairfax House built in the 17th Century. Whilst taking a stroll you could catch the Street theatre demonstrations held in Kings Square and Parliament street with Jugglers and Musicians entertaining the crowds. For classical music, theatre and opera there is the York theatre Royal,The National Centre for Early Music and the Grand Opera House.
There are many places to shop in York with Independant, art/craft shops, Food stores, clothing and Antique shops. In Market Square the Newgate Market is held and also the farmers market selling local produce in the city centre. One of the most popular places to go for historic talks, Ghost walks, shopping or for a meal is The Shambles. It is Yorks oldest street and its ancient buildings lean in from either side and also marks the beginning of the Ghost Hunt storytelling.
In York there are many choices when it comes to eating out from upmarket restaurants, pubs, themed restaurants and pubs offering global cuisine and traditional. Choose from the many wine bars, cafes and pubs for the evening or watch a movie at the City Screen Cinema.
We provide access to a large fleet of vehicle sizes and types. Regardless of your party size, luggage or special requirements, we can usually provide the perfect vehicle.
If you have any queries about vehicle suitability, please check our vehicle calculator.
Saloon Car: Ford Mondeo, VW Passat or similar. These can accommodate up to 3 passengers plus 3 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 4 passengers plus hand luggage. Ford Mondeo or VW Passat or similar.
Executive Car: E Class Mercedes or similar. These can accommodate up to 3 passengers plus 3 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 4 passengers plus hand luggage. E-Class Mercedes or similar.
Estate Car: Volvo Estate, VW Passat or similar. These can accommodate up to 4 passengers plus 4 standard suitcases (23kg max). Volvo Estate, VW Passat or similar.
People Carrier: VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy or similar. These can accommodate up to 5 passengers plus 5 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 6 passengers plus hand luggage. VW Sharan, Ford Galaxy or similar.
Executive People Carrier: Mercedes Viano or similar. These can accommodate up to 5 passengers plus 5 standard suitcases (23kg max), or 6 passengers plus hand luggage. Mercedes Viano or similar.
8 Seater Minibus: VW Transporter or similar. These can accommodate 8 passengers plus up to 8 standard suitcases (23kg max). VW Transporter or similar.
Premier Inn York City Centre
20 Blossom St,York, YO24 1AJ
Tel: 0870 990 6594
Novotel York Centre
Fishergate, York, YO10 4FD
Tel: 01904 611660
The Churchill Hotel
65 Bootham, York, YO30 7DQ
Tel: 01904 644456
Holly Lodge
204-206 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4DD
Tel: 01904 646005
York Marriott Hotel
Tadcaster Road, York, YO24 1QQ
Tel: 01904 701000
Best Western Monkbar Hotel
Monk Bar, York, YO31 7JA
Tel: 01904 638086
Avondale Guest House
61 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1NX
Tel: 01904 633989
Chombeys
Alne Road, York, YO61 1QA
Tel: 01347 833193
The Feathers Hotel
Market Place, Pocklington, York, YO42 2AH
Tel: 01759 303155
Old Grey Mare/P>
Clifton Green, York, YO30 6LH
Tel: 01904 654485
Southlands Guest House
69 Nunmill Street, York, YO23 1NT
Tel: 01904 675966
City Guest House
68 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PF
Tel: 01904 622483
Ramada York Fairfield Manor
Shipton Rd, Skelton, York, YO30 1XW
Tel: 01904 670222
Chelmsford Place Guest House
85 Fulford Rd, York, YO10 4BD
Tel: 01904 624491
Masons Arms
6 Fishergate, York, YO10 4AB
Tel: 07713 624726
Best Western York Pavilion Hotel
Main Street, Fulford, York, YO10 4PJ
Tel: 0870 701 4444
Express By Holiday Inn York East
Malton Road, York, YO32 9TE
Tel: 01904 438660
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 2GB
Tel: 01904 641241
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