The average train between Exeter and Ilkley takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Ilkley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.
Exeter to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Exeter to Ilkley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Ilkley is 374.4 km. The road distance is 471 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 4h 35m.