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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Ilkley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 117 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m 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 6h 8m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.23. The journey takes 2h 10m versus 2h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Ilkley by train or coach
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Why should you book Nottingham 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 London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Ilkley.
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Ilkley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Ilkley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Ilkley run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Ilkley from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham to Ilkley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Ilkley
Most Nottingham to Ilkley trains use the Nottingham to Ilkley station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Ilkley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Ilkley leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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 Nottingham 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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