The average train between Harwich and Ilkley takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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 Harwich and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 12:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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 Harwich to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Ilkley station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Harwich to Ilkley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Ilkley train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Harwich to Ilkley train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Harwich and Ilkley is 303.4 km. The road distance is 440 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Ilkley via Manningtree, London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 5h.