🚌 Bus from Ilkley to Bradford
2 direct routes · about 50 min · first bus 17:34, last bus 17:34 (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 | ~50 min | 1 | 17:34 | 17:34 | Memorial Hall |
| 653 | TLC Travel | ~33 min | 1 | 06:30 | 06:30 | Menston Rail Stn |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ilkley 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 Ilkley to Bradford?
2 routes run directly from Ilkley to Bradford: the 864 (The Keighley Bus Company), the 653 (TLC Travel).
How long does the bus take from Ilkley to Bradford?
Around 50 minutes on the 864, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ilkley to Bradford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 864) leaves around 17:34 and the last around 17:34. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ilkley to Bradford?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.