The average train between Ilkley and Shrewsbury takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilkley to Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury at 7:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ilkley to Shrewsbury? 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 Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Ilkley station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Ilkley to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Ilkley to Shrewsbury train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Ilkley to Shrewsbury train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Ilkley and Shrewsbury is 148.6 km. The road distance is 197 km.
You can take a train from Ilkley to Shrewsbury via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 54m.