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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Aberystwyth via Leeds, Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Ilkley and Aberystwyth is 205 miles. The road distance is 173.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Ilkley to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Aberystwyth bus from?

Ilkley to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Ilkley to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Ilkley to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Ilkley to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Aberystwyth is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Ilkley to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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Ilkley to Aberystwyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 40m
£46–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
9h 39m
£24–60
Drive 172.3 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Aberystwyth172.3 mi
3h 42m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Chester
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
10h 18m

Ilkley to Aberystwyth by train

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.3 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Aberystwyth via Leeds, Manchester Piccadilly, and Shrewsbury in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 39m.

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