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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Ilkley
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
150 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Ilkley will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Fast trains
To travel from Leicester to Ilkley you need to make at least 2 changes.
08:402h50
Leicester11:30Ilkley
£441One-way
2 changes
13:382h52
Leicester16:30Ilkley
£441One-way
2 changes
14:372h52
Leicester17:29Ilkley
£441One-way
2 changes
22:068h21
Leicester06:27Ilkley
£441One-way
2 changes
23:377h28
Leicester07:05Ilkley
£441One-way
2 changes
15:062h37
Leicester17:43Ilkley
£771One-way
2 changes
18:112h49
Leicester21:00Ilkley
£771One-way
2 changes
08:402h50
Leicester11:30Ilkley
£441One-way
2 changes
10:102h50
Leicester13:00Ilkley
£771One-way
2 changes
19:102h50
Leicester22:00Ilkley
£771One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Leicester to Ilkley train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 08:21
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:48 Leicester | 3h12 | 09:00 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
| 07:06 Leicester | 2h55 | 10:01 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
| 08:09 Leicester | 2h51 | 11:00 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Ilkley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Ilkley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 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 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 13:08 |
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), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Ilkley from £44. 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
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£78
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
£44
east_midlands_trains frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Ilkley train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester 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 Leicester to Ilkley.
Booking trains from Leicester to Ilkley in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Leicester to Ilkley, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Ilkley can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £69.
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ilkley is by train, costing approximately £44.
The train distance from Leicester to Ilkley is 150 km.
The train journey from Leicester to Ilkley covers a distance of 150 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Leicester to Ilkley leaves at 6:02.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Ilkley is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Ilkley station (ILK).
The last train from Leicester to Ilkley departs at 13:08.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Ilkley.
Trains from Leicester to Ilkley run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Ilkley.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Ilkley.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Ilkley.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Ilkley
Leicester
Ilkley
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Ilkley.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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 Leicester.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost 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 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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