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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Ilkley is to bus which costs £6 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Railway Road via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Ilkley?

The distance between Scarborough and Ilkley is 83 miles. The road distance is 76.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Scarborough to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Ilkley bus from?

Scarborough to Ilkley bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Ilkley train from?

Scarborough to Ilkley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Ilkley is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Scarborough to Ilkley bus arrive?

Scarborough to Ilkley bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Ilkley train arrive?

Scarborough to Ilkley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Ilkley is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Scarborough to Ilkley.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Scarborough to Ilkley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
2h 7m
£30–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
4h 30m
£6
Drive 75.9 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Ilkleycar 75.9 mi
1h 35m
£19–27

Scarborough to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Ilkley via Leeds in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Railway Road via Leeds Bus Station Entrance and Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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