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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ilkley is to bus via M&S which costs £13 - £21 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ilkley is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Ilkley via Sheffield and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ilkley?

The distance between Leicester and Ilkley is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Leicester to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ilkley bus from?

Leicester to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ilkley train from?

Leicester to Ilkley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ilkley is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Leicester to Ilkley bus arrive?

Leicester to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Ilkley train arrive?

Leicester to Ilkley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ilkley is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Leicester to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Leicester to Ilkley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester to Ilkley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain
2h 45m
£47–76
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asda to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84 / ...
5h 3m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84 / ...
4h 35m
£17–28
Drive 111.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ilkleycar 111.1 mi
2h 17m
£28–40

Leicester to Ilkley by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.4 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Ilkley via Sheffield and Leeds in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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