What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The distance between Ilkley and Bourton-on-the-Water is 197 miles. The road distance is 171.5 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £95 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water bus from?

Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water train from?

Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water bus arrive?

Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water train arrive?

Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Where can I stay near Bourton-on-the-Water?

There are 1949+ hotels available in Bourton-on-the-Water.

Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Rectory Lane via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Water by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 14m
£95–148
Drive 170.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Bourton-on-the-Watercar 170.5 mi
3h 19m
£42–60
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 Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
8h 46m
Bus, train
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
3. Take the train from Birmingham Snow Hill to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
4. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Moreton-in-Marshtrain
8h 52m

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Distance: 195.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Bourton-on-the-Water, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Rectory Lane via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 8h 46m.

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