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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Nelson is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Nelson is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Brook Street and arriving at The Zone via Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Nelson via Leeds and Burnley Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Nelson?

The distance between Ilkley and Nelson is 26 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Nelson without a car is to line 64 bus and bus which takes 1h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Ilkley to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Nelson bus from?

Ilkley to Nelson bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, depart from Brook Street station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Nelson?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Nelson is to line 64 bus and bus which takes 1h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Ilkley to Nelson bus arrive?

Ilkley to Nelson bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station Stand 3.

Where does the Ilkley to Nelson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Nelson is 20 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Ilkley to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Ilkley to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, line 64 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 64 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brook Street to Bus Station Stand 3bus 873 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to The Zonebus M6
1h 30m
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Nelsoncar 19.7 mi
34 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 19m
£22–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Nelsontaxi 19.7 mi
34 min
£40–55
Line 62 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brook Street to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
1h 54m

Ilkley to Nelson by train and foot

116Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.2 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

You can take a bus from Brook Street to The Zone via Bus Station Stand 3 in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ilkley to Nelson via Leeds, Burnley Manchester Road, and Burnley Central in around 3h 19m.

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