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Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Bedford

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28

train journeys
per day

135

miles (218 kms)

4hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Bedford

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkley and Bedford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkley to Bedford is approximately 135 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 4 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Bedford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkley to Bedford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Ilkley to Bedford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    10:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:09
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    11:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    12:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:40
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    15:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:10
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:57
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:40
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    18:30
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    18:36
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:40
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:40
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:25
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Ilkley
    Bedford
    Ilkley to Bedford

About Ilkley Station

Station name Ilkley (ILK)
Address Ilkley station, Station Plaza, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 17:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkley and Bedford

The travel time between Ilkley and Bedford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkley and Bedford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Ilkley and Bedford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ilkley & Bedford. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Bedford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ilkley and Bedford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.