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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilkley and Chester takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Chester. 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 35m
Duration
104 mi
Distance
£41
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ilkley to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Ilkley and Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilkley is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Chester at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited8h 51m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited8h 48m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilkley to Chester? 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.

Map of how to get from Ilkley to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 104.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 35m

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

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

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