The average train between Ilkley and Bedford takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is an hourly train service from Ilkley to Bedford. 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 Ilkley and Bedford. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilkley is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Bedford at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilkley to Bedford? 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 Ilkley to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Bedford station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Ilkley to Bedford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Bedford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Bedford station.
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The distance between Ilkley and Bedford is 218.9 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a train from Ilkley to Bedford via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 51m.