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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Scarborough is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Scarborough is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at West Square Stop V via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Scarborough via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Scarborough?

The distance between Ilkley and Scarborough is 83 miles. The road distance is 76.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Ilkley to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Scarborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Scarborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Scarborough?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Scarborough is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Ilkley to Scarborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Scarborough is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Ilkley to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1999+ hotels available in Scarborough.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Scarboroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
2h 25m
£30–56
Drive 75.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Scarboroughcar 75.9 mi
1h 35m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to West Square Stop Vbus 843
4h 53m

Ilkley to Scarborough by train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Scarborough via Leeds in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to West Square Stop V via Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 53m.

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