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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkley to Leeds
Showing times and prices for May 23
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
23 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkley to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkley to Leeds will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Ilkley for Leeds on Sat, May 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
10:10 PM0h30Ilkley10:40 PMLeeds€31One-way0 transfers- 8:09 AM0h32Ilkley8:41 AMLeeds€41One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM0h30Ilkley12:40 PMLeeds€81One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 PM0h30Ilkley10:40 PMLeeds€31One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM0h30Ilkley12:40 PMLeeds€81One-way0 transfers
- 8:09 AM0h32Ilkley8:41 AMLeeds€41One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Ilkley to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkley to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:09 AM Ilkley | 0h32 | 8:41 AM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:10 PM Ilkley | 0h30 | 12:40 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Ilkley to Leeds.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ilkley to Leeds.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkley to Leeds
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ilkley to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 4:05 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Ilkley to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Ilkley and Leeds from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
27m
Cheapest Price
€7
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ilkley to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkley to Leeds by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Ilkley to Leeds can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Ilkley to Leeds is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Ilkley to Leeds is 28m to travel the 23 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Ilkley to Leeds leaves at 4:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Ilkley to Leeds leaves at 11:36 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Ilkley to Leeds with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Ilkley to Leeds, you can count on Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Leeds. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Ilkley and Leeds and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Leeds from Ilkley is worth doing with a journey time of 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Ilkley to Leeds is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ilkley and Leeds including taking a bus and train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ilkley to Leeds
Ilkley
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Ilkley is Ilkley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilkley for your trip from Ilkley to Leeds.
Ilkley
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:05 - 17:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30 Temporary changes to Ticket office opening times during ongoing Coronavirus situation.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Ilkley
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus interchange adjacent to Ilkley Station.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your journey to Leeds from Ilkley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
Burley Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Burley Park
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Headingley
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Headingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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