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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Buxton is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Buxton is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Sheffield Interchange/D3 and Buxton Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Buxton via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Buxton?

The distance between Ilkley and Buxton is 84 miles. The road distance is 57.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Ilkley to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Buxton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Buxton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Buxton?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Buxton is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Ilkley to Buxton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Buxton train arrive?

Ilkley to Buxton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Buxton is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Ilkley to Buxton.

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
3h 33m
£30–56
Drive 57.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Buxtoncar 57.2 mi
1h 44m
£14–21
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 Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/D3 to Squarebus 218
5h 24m
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Terrace Roadbus 199
6h 42m

Ilkley to Buxton by train

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Buxton via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Market Place via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Sheffield Interchange/D3, Square, and Buxton Road in around 5h 24m.

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