The average train between Holyhead and Ilkley takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Ilkley station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Holyhead to Ilkley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Ilkley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Holyhead to Ilkley train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Holyhead and Ilkley is 197.5 km. The road distance is 293 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Ilkley via Newton-le-Willows and Leeds in around 4h 44m.