The average train between Ilkley and Poole takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Poole. 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 Poole. 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 Poole at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilkley to Poole? 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 Poole. However, there are services departing from Ilkley station and arriving at Poole station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Ilkley to Poole train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Poole train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Ilkley to Poole train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ilkley and Poole is 357.3 km. The road distance is 510 km.
You can take a train from Ilkley to Poole via Leeds, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 59m.