Birmingham to Ilkley by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Ilkley

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham to Ilkley, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:58 View journey
Last train 22:31 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 161
Trains / day 19 View all
Cheapest journey €43.28 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 49m
Train operators 3

Discover Birmingham to Ilkley by train

Planning a train adventure from Birmingham to Ilkley? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Birmingham and Ilkley

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €43.28. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Birmingham to Ilkley departure timetable

On this route, 19 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Birmingham at 06:03 and the last leaving at 22:30 during the week.

For weekend travel to Ilkley, the earliest departure is at 05:58 and the last one is at 22:31. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 48 minutes.

Birmingham to Ilkley distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 161 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 37 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Birmingham and Ilkley?

You can secure tickets for travel between Birmingham and Ilkley up to 4 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Birmingham to Ilkley

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Birmingham and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Ilkley city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham to Ilkley

Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham to Ilkley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Birmingham and Ilkley covers 161 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.