The average train between Ilkley and Carlisle takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Ilkley to Carlisle. 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 every 4 hours between Ilkley and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilkley is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Ilkley station and arriving at Carlisle station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Ilkley to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Shipley station.
Ilkley to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.
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The distance between Ilkley and Carlisle is 129.7 km. The road distance is 180 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Shipley to Carlisle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 28m.