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Compare coach and train for Leicester to Ilkley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£59 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Ilkley take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 52m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 2h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Ilkley by coach or train
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Why should you book Leicester to Ilkley trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Ilkley.
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Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Ilkley.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Ilkley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Ilkley
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Trains from Leicester to Ilkley run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 11:21. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 11:21 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Ilkley from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Ilkley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Ilkley by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilkley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Ilkley
Most Leicester to Ilkley trains use the Leicester to Ilkley station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Ilkley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Ilkley leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Ilkley station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Ilkley from Ilkley city centre
Ilkley train station facilities and services
Ilkley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ilkley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ilkley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilkley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilkley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilkley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to both platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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