The average train between Blackpool and Ilkley takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool 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 Blackpool and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Ilkley station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Blackpool to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Ilkley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Blackpool to Ilkley train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Blackpool and Ilkley is 81.3 km. The road distance is 151 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 8m.