What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Railway Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Ilkley and Whaley Bridge is 76 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £16 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Whaley Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Whaley Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £16 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 199 bus, which costs and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Ilkley to Whaley Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilkley to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Whaley Bridge is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Whaley Bridge?

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Ilkley to Whaley Bridge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 199 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whaley Bridge
3h 12m
£16–81
Drive 52.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge52.1 mi
1h 37m
£13–19
Bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station171 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Station199
5h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge52.1 mi
1h 37m
£100–130
Bus, line 199 bus via Leeds City Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Station199
5h 24m

Ilkley to Whaley Bridge by train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.6 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Whaley Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Whaley Bridge via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Railway Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station in around 5h 14m.

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