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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Chester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Outlet Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Chester via Leeds and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Chester?

The distance between Ilkley and Chester is 102 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Chester without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Ilkley to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Chester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Chester?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Chester is to train via Manchester which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Ilkley to Chester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Chester train arrive?

Ilkley to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Chester is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ilkley to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Chester.

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
3h 39m
£37–73
Drive 85.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Chestercar 85.9 mi
1h 46m
£22–31
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 Outlet Villagebus 170
6h 38m
£26–60
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester
3h 41m
£36–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds - Eastgate Victoria to Manchester Airportbus
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 45m
£28–47

Ilkley to Chester by train

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3h 39mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Chester via Leeds and Manchester Victoria in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Chester Bus Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Outlet Village in around 6h 38m.

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