The average train between Ilkley and Birmingham takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Birmingham. 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 Ilkley and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilkley is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 24m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ilkley to Birmingham? 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 Ilkley to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Ilkley station and arriving at Birmingham New Street station via Leeds station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Ilkley to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ilkley station.
Ilkley to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
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The distance between Ilkley and Birmingham is 160.7 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street via Leeds in around 3h 5m.