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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Keswick is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Keswick is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Keswick station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Keswick?

The distance between Ilkley and Keswick is 139 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Keswick without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Ilkley to Keswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Keswick bus from?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Keswick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Keswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Keswick is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Ilkley to Keswick.

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2544+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shipley to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
4h 47m
£39–71
Drive 83 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Keswickcar 83 mi
1h 51m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
6h 37m
£23–35
Train, bus via Kendal
1. Take the train from Keighley to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keswick Park Hotelbus 555
7h 20m
£23–37

Ilkley to Keswick by train and bus

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.1 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Keswick, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Railway Road to Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 37m.

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