🚌 Bus from Bradford to Ilkley
3 direct routes · about 30 min · first bus 09:25, last bus 09:25 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 864 | The Keighley Bus Company | ~30 min | 1 | 09:25 | 09:25 | Bradford Interchange Bus Station (stand E) |
| SM39 | Flyer | ~60 min | 1 | 07:20 | 07:20 | Redcar Road C |
| 653 | TLC Travel | ~31 min | 1 | 05:30 | 05:30 | Bradford Interchange Bus Station (stand D) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bradford on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Bradford to Ilkley?
3 routes run directly from Bradford to Ilkley: the 864 (The Keighley Bus Company), the SM39 (Flyer), the 653 (TLC Travel).
How long does the bus take from Bradford to Ilkley?
Around 30 minutes on the 864, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Bradford to Ilkley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 864) leaves around 09:25 and the last around 09:25. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bradford to Ilkley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.