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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Skipton to Ilkley
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Skipton to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skipton to Ilkley will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Skipton for Ilkley every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Skipton to Ilkley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Skipton to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 13 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Skipton to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for Skipton to Ilkley trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:17 Skipton | 1h00 | 12:17 Ilkley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Skipton to Ilkley
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Trains from Skipton to Ilkley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 22:51 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited from Skipton to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Skipton and Ilkley from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Skipton to Ilkley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skipton 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 Skipton and Ilkley
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:20 Saturday 05:50 - 18:20 Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Platforms 1 and 2. Fairly steep ramps to Platforms 3 and 4.
- 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
- 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: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: between Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park at the front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- 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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