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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilkley and Preston takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 43m
Duration
77 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ilkley to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Ilkley and Preston. 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 Preston at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 28m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilkley to Preston? 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 Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 76.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Ilkley to Preston via Leeds in around 2h 52m.

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