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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ilkley and Edinburgh is 245 miles. The road distance is 188.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Ilkley to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Edinburgh bus from?

Ilkley to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Edinburgh train from?

Ilkley to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train, bus or fly from Ilkley to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Ilkley to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ilkley to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Edinburgh train arrive?

Ilkley to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Edinburgh is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Ilkley to Edinburgh.

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

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Ilkley to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ilkley to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 18m
£43–92
Train via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Keighley to CarlisleLeeds - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 10m
£36–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
6h 34m
Drive 187.2 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Edinburgh187.2 mi
3h 40m
£46–66
Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LBA - EDI
5h 13m
£67–175
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 48m
£78–207
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Leeds to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h
£76–244

Ilkley to Edinburgh by train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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