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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Penrith is to bus which costs £13 - £19 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Penrith is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Penrith via Leeds Cultural Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Shipley and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Penrith?

The distance between Ilkley and Penrith is 121 miles. The road distance is 77.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Ilkley to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Penrith?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Penrith is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Ilkley to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Penrith train arrive?

Ilkley to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Penrith is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Ilkley to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilkley to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shipley to Lancastertrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 53m
£36–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Penrithbus Ukn31
4h 28m
£13–19
Drive 77 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Penrithcar 77 mi
1h 32m
£20–28

Ilkley to Penrith by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Penrith North Lakes via Shipley and Lancaster in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Penrith via Leeds City Bus Station and Leeds Cultural Stop C in around 4h 28m.

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