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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ilkley is to bus which costs £50 - £75 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ilkley is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Railway Road via London Heathrow Airport and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Ilkley via Paddington, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Reading to Ilkley?

The distance between Reading and Ilkley is 241 miles. The road distance is 207.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ilkley without a car is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Reading to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ilkley bus from?

Reading to Ilkley bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ilkley train from?

Reading to Ilkley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Reading to Ilkley is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Reading to Ilkley bus arrive?

Reading to Ilkley bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Ilkley train arrive?

Reading to Ilkley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ilkley is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Reading to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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Reading to Ilkley - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Reading to Ilkley by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h
£82–154
Drive 206.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ilkleycar 206.3 mi
4h 4m
£51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Ukn02
8h 34m
£52–71
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
5h 42m
£87–319
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain Reading - Leeds / ...
4h 28m
£91–142
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LHR - LBA
7h 17m
£154–476
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
6h 16m
£96–358
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
6h 3m
£138–302

Reading to Ilkley by train and subway

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Distance: 239.2 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Reading to Ilkley via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Railway Road via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 34m.

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