The average train between Birmingham and Ilkley takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Ilkley. 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 Birmingham and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 57m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birmingham to Ilkley? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street station and arriving at Leeds station via Leeds station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.
Birmingham to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Birmingham and Ilkley is 160.7 km. The road distance is 204 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 1h 59m.