The average train between Ilkley and Bournemouth takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. There is an hourly train service from Ilkley to Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilkley to Bournemouth? 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 Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Bournemouth station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.
Ilkley to Bournemouth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.
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The distance between Ilkley and Bournemouth is 356.4 km. The road distance is 439 km.
You can take a train from Ilkley to Bournemouth via Leeds, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 50m.