The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilkley to London
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilkley to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkley to London will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ilkley for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Ilkley to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkley to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £110.
Distance: 292 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £185 Average Price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ilkley to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkley to London coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:40 Ilkley | 3h45 | 18:25 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Ilkley | 5h15 | 20:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 Ilkley | 4h35 | 21:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
![]() | 02:30 Ilkley | 4h15 | 06:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilkley to London
Buses from Ilkley to London run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, First Leeds from Ilkley to LondonYou can travel by bus between Ilkley to London with National Express, First Leeds for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ilkley to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkley to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilkley and London
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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