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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Ilkley
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ilkley will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Ilkley every day 5 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 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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 London to Ilkley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 292 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £114 Average Price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Ilkley bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ilkley coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 London | 4h15 | 12:45 Ilkley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:35 London | 4h15 | 13:50 Ilkley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 London | 6h30 | 20:30 Ilkley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 London | 5h10 | 20:10 Ilkley | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:00 London | 3h45 | 00:45 Ilkley | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Ilkley
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Buses from London to Ilkley run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London to IlkleyYou can travel by bus between London to Ilkley with National Express, Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: London to Ilkley coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ilkley 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 Ilkley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ilkley
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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