The average train between Cambridge and Ilkley takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Ilkley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Ilkley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Ilkley station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Cambridge to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Cambridge to Ilkley train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cambridge and Ilkley is 231.6 km. The road distance is 273 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Ilkley via Peterborough and Leeds in around 3h 36m.