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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Ilkley is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Ilkley is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Ilkley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merrion B and arriving at Railway Road. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Ilkley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Ilkley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Leeds to Ilkley?

The distance between Leeds and Ilkley is 16 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

The train from Leeds to Ilkley takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Ilkley bus from?

Leeds to Ilkley bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Merrion B station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Leeds to Ilkley is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Leeds to Ilkley bus arrive?

Leeds to Ilkley bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Railway Road station.

Where does the Leeds to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Ilkley is 17 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Leeds to Ilkley.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leeds to Ilkley?

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Ilkley hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, First Leeds operates a bus from Merrion B to Railway Road every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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