The average train between Oxford and Ilkley takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford to Ilkley. 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 every 3 hours between Oxford and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 7:11 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 12:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oxford to Ilkley? 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 Oxford to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Ilkley station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Oxford to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Ilkley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Oxford to Ilkley train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Oxford and Ilkley is 244.7 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Ilkley via Sheffield and Leeds in around 3h 53m.