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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Ilkley is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Ilkley is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Ilkley?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Ilkley via Skipton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Ilkley?

The distance between Carnforth and Ilkley is 59 miles. The road distance is 47.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Ilkley without a car is to train and line 62 bus which takes 2h 13m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Carnforth to Ilkley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Ilkley train from?

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

Where does the Carnforth to Ilkley train arrive?

Carnforth to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Skipton station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Ilkley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Ilkley is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Carnforth to Ilkley.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkley?

There are 2825+ hotels available in Ilkley.

Carnforth to Ilkley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 62 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Carnforth to Ilkley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 62 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Keighleytrain Morecambe - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Ilkley Bus Stationbus 62 / ...
2h 13m
£20–36
Drive 47.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Ilkleycar 47.3 mi
1h 4m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Ilkleytaxi 47.3 mi
1h 4m
£95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Skiptontrain Morecambe - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Skipton to Ilkleytrain Skipton - Ilkley
2h 50m
£24–46

Carnforth to Ilkley by train, foot, and bus

47Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Ilkley via Skipton in around 2h 50m.

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