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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Cardigan is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Synod Inn via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Park Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Whitland via Leeds, Bristol Parkway and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Cardigan?

The distance between Ilkley and Cardigan is 362 miles. The road distance is 210.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Cardigan without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 8h 51m and costs £230 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Ilkley to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Cardigan bus from?

Ilkley to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Cardigan is to train via Bristol which takes 8h 51m and costs £230 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £100 - £160 and takes 11h 58m.

Where does the Ilkley to Cardigan bus arrive?

Ilkley to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Cardigan train arrive?

Ilkley to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Cardigan is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Ilkley to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 875+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Whitlandtrain
8h 51m
£235–345
Drive 209.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Cardigancar 209.4 mi
4h 38m
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
11h 58m
£109–158
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Fishguard Harbourtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
9h 31m
£197–301

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Distance: 360.1 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Cardigan via Leeds, Bristol Parkway, Swansea, and Whitland in around 8h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Cardigan via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Park Avenue, and Synod Inn in around 11h 58m.

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