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Exeter to Ilkley trains

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The average train between Exeter and Ilkley takes 5h 52m 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.

5h 52m
Duration
293 mi
Distance
£151
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Exeter to Ilkley train times

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 6:27 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 35m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 40m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter 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.

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  • Distance: 292.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Ilkley, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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