The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and Ilkley takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Stoke-on-Trent 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 hourly between Stoke-on-Trent and Ilkley. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Ilkley at 12:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent station and arriving at Ilkley station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.
Stoke-on-Trent to Ilkley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Stoke-on-Trent to Ilkley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Stoke-on-Trent to Ilkley train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Ilkley is 105.2 km. The road distance is 156 km.
You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Ilkley via Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds in around 3h 1m.