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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Ilkley takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

3h 23m
Duration
104 mi
Distance
£40
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chester to Ilkley train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 35m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester 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.

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  • Distance: 104.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Ilkley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Chester to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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