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.
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 11:18 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.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ilkley station and arriving at Chester station via Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Ilkley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Ilkley to Chester train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Ilkley and Chester is 108 km. The road distance is 168 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 2h 20m.