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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Knaresborough is to line 74 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Knaresborough is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Knaresborough?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ilkley Bus Station station and arriving at Council Offices. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Knaresborough?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Knaresborough. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Knaresborough via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Knaresborough?

The distance between Ilkley and Knaresborough is 24 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Knaresborough without a car is to line 74 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £3.

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

The line 74 bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Council Offices takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Knaresborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Knaresborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Knaresborough?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Knaresborough is to line 74 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £28 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Ilkley to Knaresborough bus arrive?

Ilkley to Knaresborough bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Council Offices station.

Where does the Ilkley to Knaresborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Knaresborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Knaresborough is 21 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ilkley to Knaresborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Knaresborough?

There are 1821+ hotels available in Knaresborough.

Ilkley to Knaresborough - 5 ways to travel via train, line 74 bus, car

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

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Line 74 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Council Officesbus 74
1h 3m
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Knaresboroughtrain Leeds - York / ...
1h 36m
£14–27
Drive 20.6 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Knaresboroughcar 20.6 mi
29 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Knaresboroughtaxi 20.6 mi
29 min
£45–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Otley Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Otley Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X52
3. Take the bus from Hgte Bus Stn Stand 10 to St Johns Schoolbus 1C
2h 5m

Ilkley to Knaresborough by bus

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Distance: 23.9 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Yorkshire Coastliner operates a bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Council Offices 4 times a week. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ilkley to Knaresborough via Leeds in around 1h 36m.

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