- Recommended
Manor House Museum
Town museum beside the Roman fort site, presenting Ilkley's Roman past and local history in an accessible setting.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mirfield to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 29 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m 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 3h 7m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (54m by train vs 56m by car). Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £7 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.
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Trains from Mirfield to Ilkley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 11:39. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 11:39 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Town museum beside the Roman fort site, presenting Ilkley's Roman past and local history in an accessible setting.
Gallery in nearby Saltaire with important nineteenth and twentieth century British art and a strong local cultural link.
Museum in nearby Keighley covering local history, natural science and changing displays, suitable as an easy day trip from Ilkley.
Open moorland above town with panoramic views, famous rocks and well-marked paths for short walks or longer hikes.
Popular viewpoint and climbing area on the moor, known for striking rock formations and broad views over Wharfedale.
Landscaped riverside park with gardens, picnic space and access to the Wharfe; a pleasant stop close to the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mirfield 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.

Most Mirfield to Ilkley trains use the Mirfield to Ilkley station pair. Use this guide to compare Mirfield and Ilkley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mirfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mirfield.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mirfield: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Mirfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mirfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Station is unstaffed. There is a ramp to platform 3 (Huddersfield bound services) from the station car park, however the island platform, platform 1 and 2 are only accessible by steps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Ilkley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ilkley.
Ticket office support is available at Ilkley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilkley: Parking.
Available at Ilkley: Bike Parking.
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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