The average train between Plymouth and Ilkley takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 6h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 2 hours between Plymouth and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 5:27 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Ilkley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.
Plymouth to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Plymouth to Ilkley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Plymouth and Ilkley is 425.6 km. The road distance is 554 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £180–260 and the journey takes 5h 35m.