The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrogate to Ilkley
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrogate to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrogate to Ilkley will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Harrogate for Ilkley on Mon, Jan 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Harrogate to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrogate to Ilkley trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 AM Harrogate | 1h17 | 8:02 AM Ilkley | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrogate to Ilkley
Trains from Harrogate to Ilkley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Harrogate to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Harrogate and Ilkley from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Harrogate to Ilkley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrogate to Ilkley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilkley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrogate to Ilkley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to LDS platform. Gently-sloping ramp to YRK platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off in Hookstone Road by the entrance to the public park (In the layby for services towards Harrogate, opposite the layby for services towards Leeds). The park entrance is 120 yards from the footpath to the station platforms).
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step-free access to both platforms via short ramps from separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via subway with fairly steep ramps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on the Leeds bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops near to the level crossing. (Station side for York, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:05 - 17:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30 Temporary changes to Ticket office opening times during ongoing Coronavirus situation.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus interchange adjacent to Ilkley Station.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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