The average train between Windermere and Ilkley takes 5h and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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 5 times a day between Windermere and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 9:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Shipley station via Lancaster station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Windermere to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Windermere station.
Windermere to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.
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The distance between Windermere and Ilkley is 86.6 km. The road distance is 100 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Ilkley via Lancaster and Shipley in around 4h 3m.