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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Leicester is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Asda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Leicester via Leeds and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Leicester?

The distance between Ilkley and Leicester is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkley to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £18 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Ilkley to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Leicester?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £18 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Asda, which costs and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Ilkley to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Leicester train arrive?

Ilkley to Leicester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Leicester is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Ilkley to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ilkley to Leicester 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 Ilkley to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicester
2h 40m
£18–73
Bus via Asda
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to AsdaUk001 / ...
4h 4m
Drive 111.2 mi
1. Drive from Ilkley to Leicester111.2 mi
2h 15m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station183 / ...
4h 56m

Ilkley to Leicester by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.3 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Leicester via Leeds and Sheffield in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to St Margaret's Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Asda in around 4h 4m.

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