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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilkley and Folkestone takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Folkestone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 54m
Duration
271 mi
Distance
£121
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ilkley to Folkestone train times

Trains run hourly between Ilkley and Folkestone. 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 Folkestone at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 36m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 36m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern3h 59m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Southeastern4h 21m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilkley to Folkestone? 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.

Map of how to get from Ilkley to Folkestone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 270.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Folkestone, England?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Folkestone Central via Leeds, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 40m.

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