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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ilkley is to bus and line 62 bus which costs £8 - £9 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ilkley?

The distance between Manchester and Ilkley is 58 miles. The road distance is 48.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Manchester to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ilkley bus from?

Manchester to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ilkley train from?

Manchester to Ilkley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ilkley is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £15 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Manchester to Ilkley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Ilkley train arrive?

Manchester to Ilkley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ilkley is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Manchester to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
1h 36m
£17–35
Bus, line 62 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 62 / ...
4h 26m
£8–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84 / ...
2h 34m
£9–14
Drive 48.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Ilkleycar 48.4 mi
1h 9m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Ilkleytaxi 48.4 mi
1h 9m
£210–260

Manchester to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 58 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Ilkley via Leeds in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 34m.

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