The average train between Loughborough and Ilkley takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Loughborough to Ilkley. 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 Loughborough and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Loughborough is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 7:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Loughborough to Ilkley? 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 Loughborough to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Loughborough station and arriving at Ilkley station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Loughborough to Ilkley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Loughborough (Leics) station.
Loughborough to Ilkley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Ilkley station.
Book your Loughborough to Ilkley train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Loughborough and Ilkley is 135.4 km. The road distance is 170 km.
You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Ilkley via Sheffield and Leeds in around 2h 36m.