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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Harrogate is to line 74 bus which costs £3 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Harrogate is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Harrogate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ilkley Bus Station station and arriving at Prince of Wales Rdbt. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Harrogate?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Harrogate. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Harrogate via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Harrogate?

The distance between Ilkley and Harrogate is 20 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Harrogate without a car is to line 74 bus which takes 45 min and costs £3.

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

The line 74 bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Prince of Wales Rdbt takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Harrogate bus from?

Ilkley to Harrogate bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Ilkley Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Harrogate train from?

Ilkley to Harrogate train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ilkley station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Harrogate?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Harrogate is to line 74 bus which takes 45 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £24 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Ilkley to Harrogate bus arrive?

Ilkley to Harrogate bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Prince of Wales Rdbt station.

Where does the Ilkley to Harrogate train arrive?

Ilkley to Harrogate train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Harrogate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Harrogate is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Ilkley to Harrogate.

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

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Where can I stay near Harrogate?

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Ilkley to Harrogate - 5 ways to travel via train, line 74 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilkley to Harrogate by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 74 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Prince of Wales Rdbtbus 74
45 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Harrogatetrain Leeds - York / ...
1h 19m
£12–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Harrogatetaxi 16.4 mi
26 min
£35–45
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Harrogatecar 16.4 mi
26 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Otley Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Otley Bus Station to West Park Churchbus X52
1h 38m

Ilkley to Harrogate by train

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Distance: 19.6 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Yorkshire Coastliner operates a bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Prince of Wales Rdbt twice a week. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ilkley to Harrogate via Leeds in around 1h 19m.

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