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It takes an average of 2h 42m to travel from Sheffield to Ilkley by train, over a distance of around 41 miles (65 km). There are normally 47 trains per day travelling from Sheffield to Ilkley and tickets for this journey start from £14.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:18 | |
| Departure station | Sheffield | |
| Arrival station | Ilkley | |
| Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
| Distance | 41 miles (65 km) | |
| Frequency | 47 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Sheffield to Ilkley in 1 hour 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Sheffield to Ilkley? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 42 minutes to travel the 41 miles (65 km) from Sheffield to Ilkley by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 47 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Ilkley. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Sheffield to Ilkley in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.90. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ilkley by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.