What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle?

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Retail Park via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Alnmouth via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle?

The distance between Ilkley and Alnwick Castle is 160 miles. The road distance is 124.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £90 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Alnwick Castle bus from?

Ilkley to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Alnwick Castle train from?

Ilkley to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Ilkley to Alnwick Castle bus arrive?

Ilkley to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Alnwick Castle train arrive?

Ilkley to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Alnmouth station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Alnwick Castle is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Ilkley to Alnwick Castle.

Where can I stay near Alnwick Castle?

There are 2000+ hotels available in Alnwick Castle.

Ilkley to Alnwick Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Alnmouthtrain Birmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h 31m
£93–136
Drive 124.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Alnwick Castlecar 124.1 mi
2h 25m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
5h 55m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
4h 37m
£47–106

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Distance: 159.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Alnwick Castle, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Alnmouth every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Alnwick Castle via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Retail Park in around 5h 55m.

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