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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Ilkley is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Ilkley is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from The Zone and arriving at Middleton Road via Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Ilkley via Burnley Manchester Road and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Nelson to Ilkley?

The distance between Nelson and Ilkley is 26 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Ilkley without a car is to bus and line 64 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Nelson to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Ilkley bus from?

Nelson to Ilkley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from The Zone station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Ilkley train from?

Nelson to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Nelson to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Nelson to Ilkley is to bus and line 64 bus which takes 1h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Nelson to Ilkley bus arrive?

Nelson to Ilkley bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station Arrive.

Where does the Nelson to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Ilkley is 20 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Nelson to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Nelson to Ilkley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 64 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, line 64 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Zone to Bus Station Arrivebus M6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Middleton Roadbus 873 / ...
1h 37m
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Ilkleycar 19.7 mi
34 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
2h 55m
£22–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Ilkleytaxi 19.7 mi
34 min
£40–55
Bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Seldon Street to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 62 / ...
1h 50m

Nelson to Ilkley by train and foot

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2h 55mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.8 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Ilkley, England?

You can take a bus from The Zone to Middleton Road via Bus Station Stand 1 in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nelson to Ilkley via Burnley Central, Burnley Manchester Road, and Leeds in around 2h 55m.

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