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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Wakefield is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Wakefield is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Wakefield station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Wakefield?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Wakefield Westgate via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Ilkley to Wakefield?

The distance between Ilkley and Wakefield is 26 miles. The road distance is 26.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Wakefield without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Ilkley to Wakefield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Wakefield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Wakefield train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Wakefield?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Wakefield is to train which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Ilkley to Wakefield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Wakefield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Wakefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Wakefield is 27 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Ilkley to Wakefield.

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

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Where can I stay near Wakefield?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain Ilkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Wakefield Westgatetrain Leeds - Sheffield / ...
49 min
£9–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 110 / ...
2h 10m
£3–5
Drive 26.6 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Wakefieldcar 26.6 mi
45 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Wakefieldtaxi 26.6 mi
45 min
£120–150

Ilkley to Wakefield by train

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Distance: 25.7 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Wakefield Westgate via Leeds in around 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Wakefield Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 10m.

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