The cheapest and fastest trains from Meldreth to Ilkley
Cheapest price
£140
Average price
£140
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Meldreth to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Meldreth to Ilkley will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
To travel from Meldreth to Ilkley you need to make at least 2 changes.










Live departures
Meldreth to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for Meldreth to Ilkley trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:41 Meldreth | 3h49 | 12:30 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:41 Meldreth | 3h48 | 13:29 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Meldreth to Ilkley
Trains from Meldreth to Ilkley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £140 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £140 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: LNER, Great Northern from Meldreth to Ilkley trainsLNER, Great Northern trains will get you between Meldreth and Ilkley from £140. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Meldreth to Ilkley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meldreth 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Meldreth and Ilkley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 11:15 Saturday 08:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: Indian food takeaway
- Car Park: Station Car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free from main entrance to platform 2 (to Cambridge). Steps to platform 1 (to London). Assistance Meeting Point is next to the cycle rack in the car park.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platform 2
- Storage location: Platform 2 station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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