The average train between Penrith and Ilkley takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith 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 every 4 hours between Penrith and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penrith 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 Penrith to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes station and arriving at Shipley station via Lancaster station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Penrith to Ilkley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.
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The distance between Penrith and Ilkley is 102.2 km. The road distance is 123 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Ilkley via Lancaster and Shipley in around 4h 2m.