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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Ilkley is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Ilkley is to drive which takes 5h 58m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Railway Road via Bristol Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Ilkley?

The distance between Plymouth and Ilkley is 346 miles. The road distance is 325.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £180 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Plymouth to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Ilkley bus from?

Plymouth to Ilkley bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Ilkley train from?

Plymouth to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Ilkley is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £180 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Plymouth to Ilkley bus arrive?

Plymouth to Ilkley bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Ilkley train arrive?

Plymouth to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Ilkley is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Plymouth to Ilkley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Plymouth to Ilkley - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Plymouth to Ilkley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 23m
£186–263
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
10h 25m
£32–51
Drive 323.9 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Ilkleycar 323.9 mi
5h 58m
£79–113
Train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
6h 30m
£125–244
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
10h 51m
£65–149
Train to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane NQY - LBA
12h 36m
£81–211
Train to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
8h 15m
£98–235
Train to Exeter, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
7h 4m
£153–343
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
7h 41m
£129–286

Plymouth to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 344.4 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £180–260 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Railway Road via Cabot Circus, Bristol Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 25m.

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