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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Ilkley is to bus which costs £10 - £35 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Darlington to Ilkley?

The distance between Darlington and Ilkley is 86 miles. The road distance is 55.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Darlington to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Ilkley bus from?

Darlington to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Ilkley train from?

Darlington to Ilkley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Darlington to Ilkley is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Darlington to Ilkley bus arrive?

Darlington to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Ilkley train arrive?

Darlington to Ilkley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Ilkley is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Darlington to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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There are 3 ways to get from Darlington to Ilkley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
1h 40m
£31–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
3h 2m
£10–30
Drive 55.5 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Ilkleycar 55.5 mi
1h 17m
£14–20

Darlington to Ilkley by train

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1h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Ilkley via Leeds in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 2m.

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