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Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Bolton (BON)

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34

train journeys
per day

34

miles (55 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkley and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkley to Bolton is approximately 34 miles (55 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Bolton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkley to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Ilkley to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:02
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    2 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    09:53
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:37
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    2 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    13:53
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:41
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:32
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:31
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:10
    2 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Ilkley
    Bolton
    Ilkley to Bolton

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 Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkley and Bolton

The travel time between Ilkley and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkley and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 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 Bolton 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 & Bolton. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Bolton.

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