A crash closed the A19 in both directions on Friday evening.
The road was blocked in both directions near York Road, causing traffic queues.
Earlier, North Yorkshire Police said: “Police are currently on scene at a road traffic collision on the A19 between Riccall and Escrick, near to the Koi & Pond supplies shop.
The site of the crash
“The road is completely blocked currently but police are working to have this reopened as quickly as possible.
“Please try to avoid the area by taking an alternate route.”
A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said they were called to the scene at 4.19pm: “A crew from Selby attended a three-vehicle road traffic collision.
“On arrival all occupants were out of their vehicles and in care of paramedics. Crew assisted by providing scene safety.”
The road has since reopened.