The average train between Chorley and Ilkley takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Chorley 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 Chorley and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chorley is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chorley 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 Chorley to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Chorley station and arriving at Ilkley station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Chorley to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chorley station.
Chorley to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ilkley station.
Book your Chorley to Ilkley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chorley and Ilkley is 60.4 km. The road distance is 130 km.
You can take a train from Chorley to Ilkley via Manchester Oxford Road and Leeds in around 3h 9m.