What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Otley?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Otley is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Otley?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Otley is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Otley?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Otley station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Otley Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Otley?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Otley. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Guiseley via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Otley?

The distance between Lancaster and Otley is 68 miles. The road distance is 55.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster to Otley without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Otley without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Otley?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Lancaster to Otley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Otley bus from?

Lancaster to Otley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Otley train from?

Lancaster to Otley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Otley?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Otley is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Lancaster to Otley bus arrive?

Lancaster to Otley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Otley train arrive?

Lancaster to Otley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Otley?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Otley is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Lancaster to Otley.

Where can I stay near Otley?

There are 2873+ hotels available in Otley.

Lancaster to Otley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 41 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lancaster to Otley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Shipleytrain Morecambe - Leeds / ...
2h 29m
£25–48
Drive 55.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Otleycar 55.6 mi
1h 19m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Otley Bus Stationbus X84
3h 52m
Line 41 bus, line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Bus Stationbus 40C / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
6h 15m

Lancaster to Otley by train and bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Otley, Leeds, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Lancaster to Shipley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Otley Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 52m.

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