The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Ilkley
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Ilkley will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
To travel from Oxford to Ilkley you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:104h20Oxford11:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
9:144h16Oxford13:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
11:124h18Oxford15:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
12:114h19Oxford16:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
15:124h18Oxford19:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
9:144h16Oxford13:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
11:124h18Oxford15:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
15:124h18Oxford19:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
12:114h19Oxford16:30Ilkley£1641One-way2 changes
14:394h19Oxford18:58Ilkley£2041One-way3 changes
Live departures
Oxford to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Ilkley trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 Oxford | 4h20 | 11:30 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:40 Oxford | 4h20 | 12:00 Ilkley | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:40 Oxford | 4h20 | 13:00 Ilkley | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:14 Oxford | 4h16 | 13:30 Ilkley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:39 Oxford | 4h21 | 14:00 Ilkley | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Ilkley
Trains from Oxford to Ilkley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £154 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 4m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £154 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Ilkley trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Ilkley from £154. 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Ilkley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:05 - 17:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30 Temporary changes to Ticket office opening times during ongoing Coronavirus situation.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus interchange adjacent to Ilkley Station.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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