What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ilkley?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ilkley is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ilkley?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Railway Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ilkley?

The distance between Blackpool and Ilkley is 95 miles. The road distance is 61.7 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Ilkley without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Ilkley?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Blackpool to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilkley bus from?

Blackpool to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilkley train from?

Blackpool to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilkley is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Blackpool to Ilkley bus arrive?

Blackpool to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Ilkley train arrive?

Blackpool to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ilkley is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Blackpool to Ilkley.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Ilkley?

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Blackpool to Ilkley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 68 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Ilkley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 56m
£38–68
Drive 61.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ilkleycar 61.4 mi
1h 14m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
4h 53m
£20–45
Line 68 bus, line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Bus Stationbus 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
6h 35m

Blackpool to Ilkley by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 94.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Ilkley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Railway Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 53m.

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