What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

The fastest way to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkstall Forge and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Vesper Road and arriving at Railway Road via Otley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkstall Forge and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Kirkstall Forge and arriving at Ilkley via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

The distance between Kirkstall Forge and Ilkley is 17 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley bus from?

Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Vesper Road station.

Where do I catch the Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley is to train which takes 1h and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 34 bus and bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley bus arrive?

Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Otley Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley train arrive?

Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.

Can I drive from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley is 13 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley.

How do I get a train ticket from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley?

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Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 34 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkstall Forge to Shipleytrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
2. Take the train from Shipley to Ilkleytrain Bradford Forster Square - Ilkley
1h
£5–11
Line 34 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vesper Road to Morton Terracebus 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Guiseley to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley / ...
1h 1m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkleytaxi 12.7 mi
25 min
£60–75
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkleycar 12.7 mi
25 min
£4–5
Line 34 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Vesper Road to Otley Bus Stationbus 34
2. Take the bus from Otley Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
1h 23m
£4

Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Kirkstall Forge, England and Ilkley, England?

You can take a train from Kirkstall Forge to Ilkley via Shipley in around 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vesper Road to Railway Road via Otley Bus Station in around 1h 23m.

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