Living in Hull

Getting around Hull and beyond

Getting to Hull is easy by road, rail, air, or sea - no matter where you're coming from. With excellent transport links, exploring the city and beyond is effortless. Plan your journey today.

The view from the north bank of the Humber Bridge on the River Humber on a misty morning.

The middle of somewhere, connected to everywhere

Hull sits in the heart of the UK – halfway between London and Edinburgh – making it incredibly easy to get here, no matter where you're coming from. With excellent road, rail, air, and sea links, Hull is not only accessible from every corner of the world – but also the perfect base to explore the rest of the UK and beyond. Whether you're heading to the capital, the coast, or Europe, Hull connects you to it all. It’s where big thinkers and bold adventurers make their start.

Easy to get here, easy to get home

We’re a city on the edge of things, but very much the heart and soul of the country. The last stop, but always the first to say hello

By car

Hull is easy to get to by car. It’s just two and a half hours from major cities like Newcastle and Birmingham. Manchester is less than two hours away, and you can drive from Leeds or Sheffield in just over an hour.

Main entrance

Postcode: HU6 7RX
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Open Days

Postcode: HU6 7TS
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Where to next? Here's where...

Once you're in Hull, there's plenty to discover. Here are our favourite spots in and around Hull and how to get there.

Discover our region

Looking for history and countryside charm? Explore the stunning Beverley Minster and wander through the cobbled streets. It’s less than 15 minutes on the train from Hull or you can jump on the number 43, X46 or X47 bus.

aerial shot of beverley minster and town

Sunset over the Humber Bridge near Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, UK

An aerial view of the seaside town of Scarborough showing the seafront surrounding a large bay

Students sat outside on retail park drinking coffee together

Three of Hull’s students stand confidently together in front of the Maritime Museum

Our city

Discover more in Hull

Feeling inspired to explore more of Hull? Dive into our full guide and uncover even more things to see and do. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems waiting to be explored. 

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