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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Wigan is to bus which costs £12 - £17 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Wigan is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Wigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, St Peter's Square and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Wigan?

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

How far is it from Ilkley to Wigan?

The distance between Ilkley and Wigan is 76 miles. The road distance is 54.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Wigan without a car is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 25m and costs £22 - £50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Wigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Wigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Wigan?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Wigan is to train via Manchester Victoria which takes 2h 25m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £17 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Ilkley to Wigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Wigan is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Ilkley to Wigan.

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

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

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Train via Manchester Victoria
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgatetrain
2h 25m
£22–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
4h 44m
£12–17
Drive 53.8 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Wigancar 53.8 mi
1h 16m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Wigan Wallgatetrain Leeds - Wigan Wallgate
3h 48m
£27–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Stationbus M4
2. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Wigan Wallgatetrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
4h 59m
£20–34

Ilkley to Wigan by train

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Distance: 75.7 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Wigan Wallgate via Leeds and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Wallgate via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, St Peter's Square, and Leigh Bus Station in around 4h 44m.

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