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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Ilkley is to line 140 bus and bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Ilkley is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Ilkley?

The distance between Pontefract and Ilkley is 35 miles. The road distance is 31.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £13 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Pontefract to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Ilkley bus from?

Pontefract to Ilkley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Stuart Road B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontefract to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Ilkley is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Pontefract to Ilkley bus arrive?

Pontefract to Ilkley bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Ilkley is 31 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Pontefract to Ilkley.

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

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Pontefract to Ilkley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 140 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Leedstrain Knottingley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
1h 25m
£14–25
Line 140 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stuart Road B to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
2h 39m
£5–6
Drive 31.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Ilkleycar 31.1 mi
51 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontefract to Ilkleytaxi 31.1 mi
51 min
£65–80

Pontefract to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 34.5 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Ilkley via Leeds in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station in around 2h 39m.

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