The average train between Ilkley and Ludlow takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. 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 Ludlow at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 6m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilkley to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Ludlow station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Ilkley to Ludlow train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Ludlow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ludlow station.
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The distance between Ilkley and Ludlow is 183.2 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Ilkley to Ludlow via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 25m.