The average train between Rugby and Ilkley takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby 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 2 hours between Rugby and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth High Level and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Ilkley station via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.
Rugby to Ilkley train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Ilkley train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Rugby to Ilkley train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rugby and Ilkley is 176.9 km. The road distance is 226 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Ilkley via Tamworth High Level and Leeds in around 3h 50m.