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Compare train and coach for Oxford to Ilkley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m 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 7h 57m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (3h 42m by train vs 3h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £49 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.
Live departures
Oxford to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Ilkley trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G14994+ C02132+ C33275+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 17:03 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h27 | 21:30 Ilkley station (ILK) | 3 changes | |
| G00895 · G00723+C33277 | On time 17:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h22 | 22:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G00901 · G00730+C33279 | On time 18:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h22 | 23:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G00733+C08826 · G89534 | On time 19:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h52 | 0:03 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Ilkley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Ilkley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Ilkley trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Ilkley from £58. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Ilkley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Ilkley
Most Oxford to Ilkley trains use the Oxford to Ilkley station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Ilkley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Ilkley leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, 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 Oxford 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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