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Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Retford

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20

train journeys
per day

55

miles (89 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkley and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkley to Retford is approximately 55 miles (89 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 25 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkley to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Ilkley to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:32
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:20
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:37
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:38
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    10:19
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:40
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:40
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:41
    2 hrs 2 changes
    14:41
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    2 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:56
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:40
    2 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:10
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:40
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:10
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:40
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:12
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:17
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:40
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    21:30
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    20:40
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:18
    6 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    05:49
    Ilkley
    Retford
    Ilkley to Retford

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 Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkley and Retford

The travel time between Ilkley and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkley and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 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 Retford 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 & Retford. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Retford.

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