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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkham to Ilkley is to line 280 bus which costs £11 - £12 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkham to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkham and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkham to Ilkley station. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Ilkley Bus Station via Bus Station, Interchange and Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkham and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkham to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Kirkham & Wesham and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Kirkham to Ilkley?

The distance between Kirkham and Ilkley is 85 miles. The road distance is 52.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkham to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Kirkham to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkham to Ilkley bus from?

Kirkham to Ilkley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkham to Ilkley train from?

Kirkham to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Kirkham & Wesham station.

Train or bus from Kirkham to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Kirkham to Ilkley is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 280 bus, which costs £11 - £12 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Kirkham to Ilkley bus arrive?

Kirkham to Ilkley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Kirkham to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kirkham to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkham to Ilkley is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Kirkham to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Kirkham to Ilkley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkham & Wesham to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 41m
£33–59
Line 280 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus 280
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Stand 4bus 280
4h 34m
£11–12
Drive 52.3 mi
1. Drive from Kirkham to Ilkleycar 52.3 mi
1h 10m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkham to Ilkleytaxi 52.3 mi
1h 10m
£110–130
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
5h 7m

Kirkham to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Kirkham & Wesham to Leeds every 3 hours. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Ilkley Bus Station via Bus Station, Interchange, and Bus Station Stand 4 in around 4h 34m.

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