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The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrogate to Ilkley
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrogate to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrogate to Ilkley will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
To travel from Harrogate to Ilkley you need to make at least one change.

06:071h24
Harrogate07:31Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

06:531h02
Harrogate07:55Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

07:141h15
Harrogate08:29Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

07:451h15
Harrogate09:00Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

08:171h13
Harrogate09:30Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

06:531h02
Harrogate07:55Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

09:231h07
Harrogate10:30Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

11:181h12
Harrogate12:30Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

16:171h12
Harrogate17:29Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change

08:171h13
Harrogate09:30Ilkley
£121One-way
1 change
Live departures
Harrogate to Ilkley train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 08:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:07 Harrogate | 1h24 | 07:31 Ilkley | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:53 Harrogate | 1h02 | 07:55 Ilkley | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:14 Harrogate | 1h15 | 08:29 Ilkley | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:45 Harrogate | 1h15 | 09:00 Ilkley | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:17 Harrogate | 1h13 | 09:30 Ilkley | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrogate to Ilkley
Trains from Harrogate to Ilkley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
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 20 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 22:10 |
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 (3) from Harrogate to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Harrogate and Ilkley from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£12
Northern Rail (3) 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
FAQs: Harrogate to Ilkley train
FAQs: Travel by train from Harrogate to Ilkley easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Harrogate to Ilkley.

Booking trains from Harrogate to Ilkley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Harrogate to Ilkley is 20 km.
To get from Harrogate to Ilkley, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Harrogate to Ilkley covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Harrogate to Ilkley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The first train from Harrogate to Ilkley leaves at 5:50.
The cheapest way to get from Harrogate to Ilkley is by train, costing approximately £9.
The train station in Harrogate that goes to Ilkley is Harrogate station (HGT), and it arrives at Ilkley station (ILK).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Harrogate to Ilkley.
The last train from Harrogate to Ilkley departs at 22:10.
Yes, you can take the train from Harrogate to Ilkley.
Trains from Harrogate to Ilkley run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Harrogate to Ilkley.
There is no night train service from Harrogate to Ilkley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harrogate and Ilkley
Harrogate
Ilkley
The major train station for departures in Harrogate is Harrogate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrogate for your trip from Harrogate to Ilkley.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
Shopping
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrogate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to LDS platform. Gently-sloping ramp to YRK platform
- 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 transport options for Hornbeam Park
- 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 in Hookstone Road by the entrance to the public park (In the layby for services towards Harrogate, opposite the layby for services towards Leeds). The park entrance is 120 yards from the footpath to the station platforms).
Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step-free access to both platforms via short ramps from separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via subway with fairly steep ramps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on the Leeds bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Starbeck
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops near to the level crossing. (Station side for York, opposite side for Harrogate)
The major train station for arrivals in Ilkley is Ilkley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilkley for your journey to Ilkley from Harrogate.
Amenities at train station
information
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 transport 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
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