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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilkley and Swansea takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Swansea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 23m
Duration
292 mi
Distance
£146
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ilkley to Swansea train times

Trains run hourly between Ilkley and Swansea. 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 Swansea at 11:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 7m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 9m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)6h 31m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)5h 50m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilkley to Swansea? 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 Swansea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 292.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Swansea via Leeds and Bristol Parkway in around 6h 28m.

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