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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilkley and Exeter takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 40m
Duration
295 mi
Distance
£146
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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6h 5m
£125–189

Ilkley to Exeter train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Ilkley and Exeter. 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 Exeter at 10:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country4h 57m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country11h 25m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 41m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 41m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 44m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 20m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 21m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 21m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 41m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 41m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 6m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 4m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilkley to Exeter? 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: 294.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 40m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Exeter St Davids every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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