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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ilkley is to line 280 bus and line 64 bus which costs £8 - £9 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ilkley is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Ilkley station. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Ilkley Bus Station via Interchange and Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Preston to Ilkley?

The distance between Preston and Ilkley is 77 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Preston to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ilkley bus from?

Preston to Ilkley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Preston to Ilkley is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 280 bus and line 64 bus, which costs £8 - £9 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Preston to Ilkley bus arrive?

Preston to Ilkley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ilkley is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Preston to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Preston to Ilkley - 5 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, and line 64 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
2h 30m
£30–53
Line 280 bus, line 64 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Interchangebus 280
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Stand 4bus 280
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 64 / ...
3h 30m
£8–9
Drive 44.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ilkleycar 44.8 mi
57 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Ilkleytaxi 44.8 mi
57 min
£100–130
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
4h 22m

Preston to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 76.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Ilkley via Leeds in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lancaster Road to Ilkley Bus Station via Interchange and Bus Station Stand 4 in around 3h 30m.

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