The average train between Hereford and Ilkley takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford 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 Hereford and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hereford is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hereford 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 Hereford to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Ilkley station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Hereford to Ilkley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Ilkley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Hereford to Ilkley train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Hereford and Ilkley is 216.2 km. The road distance is 279 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Ilkley via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds in around 4h 37m.