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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Ilkley is to line 864 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Ilkley is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Ilkley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Forster Square J and arriving at Ilkley Bus Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Ilkley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bradford Forster Square and arriving at Ilkley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Bradford to Ilkley?

The distance between Bradford and Ilkley is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Ilkley bus from?

Bradford to Ilkley bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, depart from Forster Square J station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Ilkley train from?

Bradford to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Forster Square station.

Train or bus from Bradford to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Bradford to Ilkley is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 864 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Bradford to Ilkley bus arrive?

Bradford to Ilkley bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, arrive at Ilkley Bus Station.

Where does the Bradford to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bradford to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Ilkley is 12 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Bradford to Ilkley.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bradford to Ilkley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Forster Square to Ilkleytrain Bradford Forster Square - Ilkley
31 min
£5–10
Line 864 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Square J to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 864
46 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bradford to Ilkleytaxi 11.7 mi
24 min
£28–35
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Ilkleycar 11.7 mi
24 min
£3–5
Line 662 bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Cheapside L to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 662
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 62 / ...
1h 38m
£4–6

Bradford to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, The Keighley Bus Company operates a bus from Forster Square J to Ilkley Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 46 min.

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