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

The cheapest way to get from Harrogate to Ilkley is to line 74 bus which costs £3 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Harrogate to Ilkley is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Harrogate and Ilkley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Library Gardens and arriving at Ilkley Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Harrogate and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Harrogate to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Harrogate and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Harrogate to Ilkley?

The distance between Harrogate and Ilkley is 20 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harrogate to Ilkley without a car is to line 74 bus which takes 57 min and costs £3.

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

The line 74 bus from Library Gardens to Ilkley Bus Station takes 57 min including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Ilkley bus from?

Harrogate to Ilkley bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Library Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Harrogate to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Harrogate to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Harrogate to Ilkley is to line 74 bus which takes 57 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Harrogate to Ilkley bus arrive?

Harrogate to Ilkley bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Ilkley Bus Station.

Where does the Harrogate to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harrogate to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrogate to Ilkley is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Harrogate to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Harrogate to Ilkley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 74 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 74 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Library Gardens to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 74
57 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Harrogate to Leedstrain York - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
1h 23m
£12–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harrogate to Ilkleytaxi 16.4 mi
26 min
£35–45
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Harrogate to Ilkleycar 16.4 mi
26 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Library Gardens to Otley Bus Stationbus X52
2. Take the bus from Otley Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
1h 4m

Harrogate to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 57 min

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

Yorkshire Coastliner operates a bus from Library Gardens to Ilkley Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harrogate to Ilkley via Leeds in around 1h 23m.

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