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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilkley is to bus which costs £45 - £95 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilkley is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Railway Road via London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Ilkley via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Ilkley?

The distance between Bournemouth and Ilkley is 313 miles. The road distance is 274.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ilkley without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 37m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Bournemouth to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ilkley bus from?

Bournemouth to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ilkley train from?

Bournemouth to Ilkley train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ilkley is to train via London which takes 5h 37m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ilkley bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ilkley train arrive?

Bournemouth to Ilkley train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Ilkley is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Bournemouth to Ilkley.

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

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Bournemouth to Ilkley - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Ilkley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
5h 37m
£111–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
10h 5m
£47–92
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
8h 10m
£111–157
Drive 272.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Ilkleycar 272.7 mi
4h 54m
£67–96
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 29m
£108–237
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 33m
£161–234
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
7h 1m
£114–364
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
6h 6m
£136–326

Bournemouth to Ilkley by train, foot, and bus

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8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ilkley via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Railway Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 5m.

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