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

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Ilkley is to bus via York which costs £9 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to Ilkley is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Thirsk and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct bus from Thirsk to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Railway Road via Rougier Street and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at Ilkley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Thirsk to Ilkley?

The distance between Thirsk and Ilkley is 64 miles. The road distance is 36.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thirsk to Ilkley without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Thirsk to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Ilkley bus from?

Thirsk to Ilkley bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Market Place station.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Ilkley train from?

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

Train or bus from Thirsk to Ilkley?

The best way to get from Thirsk to Ilkley is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus via York, which costs £9 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Thirsk to Ilkley bus arrive?

Thirsk to Ilkley bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Thirsk to Ilkley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thirsk to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to Ilkley is 37 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Thirsk to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Leedstrain Saltburn - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Ilkleytrain Leeds - Ilkley
1h 35m
£23–41
Bus via York
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Station Roadbus 30X / ...
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
3h 43m
£9
Drive 36.5 mi
1. Drive from Thirsk to Ilkleycar 36.5 mi
51 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thirsk to Ilkleytaxi 36.5 mi
51 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Stand 4bus 150
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 1 to Victoria Obus 36
3. Take the bus from Headrow E to Railway Roadbus X84
4h 10m

Thirsk to Ilkley by train

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Distance: 63.2 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Thirsk to Ilkley via Leeds in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Railway Road via Station Road, Rougier Street, Leeds Bus Station Entrance, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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