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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Birmingham?

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

How far is it from Ilkley to Birmingham?

The distance between Ilkley and Birmingham is 131 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Ilkley to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Ilkley to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Birmingham is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Ilkley to Birmingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 3m
£66–101
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Birminghamcar 126.7 mi
2h 37m
£31–45
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 Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
4h 48m
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
5h 7m

Ilkley to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 130.3 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street via Leeds in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 4h 48m.

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