The average train between Ilkley and Blackpool takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Blackpool. 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 Blackpool. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilkley is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Blackpool at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Ilkley station and arriving at Blackpool station via Blackpool North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Ilkley to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.
Book your Ilkley to Blackpool train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Ilkley and Blackpool is 81.3 km. The road distance is 151 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Blackpool North hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 5m.