What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Visitor Centre via Otley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Ilkley and Fountains Abbey is 34 miles. The road distance is 23.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £6 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Fountains Abbey bus from?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Fountains Abbey bus arrive?

Ilkley to Fountains Abbey bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Otley Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Fountains Abbey is 23 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1178+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Ilkley to Fountains Abbey - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilkley to Fountains Abbey by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Otley Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Otley Bus Station to Visitor Centrebus 820
2h 51m
£6–8
Drive 23.1 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Fountains Abbeycar 23.1 mi
37 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Fountains Abbeytaxi 23.1 mi
37 min
£50–60
Bus via Headrow H
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Headrow Hbus X84
2. Take the bus from Victoria K to Bus Station Stand 1bus 36
4h 4m

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Fountains Abbey, England?

You can take a bus from Railway Road to Fountains Abbey via Otley Bus Station and Visitor Centre in around 2h 51m.

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