What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Railway Road via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Saffron Walden and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Saffron Walden to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Audley End and arriving at Ilkley via Cambridge South, Stevenage and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Ilkley?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Ilkley is 220 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Ilkley without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Ilkley bus from?

Saffron Walden to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Ilkley train from?

Saffron Walden to Ilkley train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Cambridge South station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Ilkley bus arrive?

Saffron Walden to Ilkley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Ilkley train arrive?

Saffron Walden to Ilkley train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Stevenage station.

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Ilkley is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Saffron Walden to Ilkley.

Where can I stay near Ilkley?

There are 2847+ hotels available in Ilkley.

Saffron Walden to Ilkley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Saffron Walden to Ilkley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge South to Stevenagetrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h 43m
£78–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
8h 1m
£36–66
Drive 177.9 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Ilkleycar 177.9 mi
3h 15m
£44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Railway Stationbus 7
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
5h 33m
£68–105
Bus, train via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from High Street to Railway Stationbus 7
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain
7h 35m
£92–149

Saffron Walden to Ilkley by bus and train

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Distance: 218.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Saffron Walden, England and Ilkley, England?

You can take a bus from High Street to Ilkley via Railway Station, Audley End, Cambridge South, Stevenage, and Leeds in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Railway Road via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 1m.

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