The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Ilkley
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Ilkley will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds for Ilkley on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 28 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.




Live departures
Leeds to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Ilkley trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:12 AM Leeds | 0h28 | 9:40 AM Ilkley | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:16 PM Leeds | 0h28 | 3:44 PM Ilkley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Ilkley
Trains from Leeds to Ilkley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 27m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), LNER from Leeds to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail (3), LNER trains will get you between Leeds and Ilkley from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Ilkley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Ilkley 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 Ilkley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Ilkley, located 0.1 miles (113 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Ilkley
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- 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.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- 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
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
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