The average train between Windermere and Ilkley takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. 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 every 4 hours between Windermere and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 8:52 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 Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want 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 Ilkley station via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Windermere to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Lancaster station.
Windermere to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.
Book your Windermere to Ilkley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Windermere and Ilkley is 86.6 km. The road distance is 159 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Lancaster to Shipley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 32m.