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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Ilkley
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 18 Sept
21
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Ilkley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Ilkley will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from York to Ilkley you need to make at least 2 changes.
G85371 · C331947:512h10Poppleton (POP)10:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way1 change- C32208+
W29862+C331948:111h50Poppleton (POP)10:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes - C32205+G01140+C331907:061h55Poppleton (POP)9:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes
- G85355 · C331906:492h12Poppleton (POP)9:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way1 change
- G85362 · C331927:192h11Poppleton (POP)9:30Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way1 change
- C32211+W29868+C331989:131h48Poppleton (POP)11:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes
- C32207 · C33192+
C249457:421h48Poppleton (POP)9:30Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes - C32215+W29873+C0880010:121h49Poppleton (POP)12:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes
- C32219+G01148+C0880211:121h49Poppleton (POP)13:01Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes
- C32209 · C08799+G160138:421h49Poppleton (POP)10:31Ilkley station (ILK)£331One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for York to Ilkley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Ilkley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m 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 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 2m by train vs 1h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £10 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
York to Ilkley train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Ilkley trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G85355 · C33190 | 6:49 Poppleton (POP) | 2h12 | 9:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32205 · C33190+G01140 | 7:06 Poppleton (POP) | 1h55 | 9:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85362 · C33192 | 7:19 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 9:30 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32207 · C33192+C24945 | 7:42 Poppleton (POP) | 1h48 | 9:30 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85371 · C33194 | 7:51 Poppleton (POP) | 2h10 | 10:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32208 · C33194+W29862 | 8:11 Poppleton (POP) | 1h50 | 10:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85381 · C08799 | 8:20 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 10:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32209 · C08799+G16013 | 8:42 Poppleton (POP) | 1h49 | 10:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85390 · C33198 | 8:50 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 11:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32211 · C33198+W29868 | 9:13 Poppleton (POP) | 1h48 | 11:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85400 · C33200 | 9:19 Poppleton (POP) | 2h12 | 11:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32212 · C33200+C24952 | 9:42 Poppleton (POP) | 1h49 | 11:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85410 · C08800 | 9:50 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 12:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32215 · C08800+W29873 | 10:12 Poppleton (POP) | 1h49 | 12:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85420 · C08801 | 10:20 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 12:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32216 · C08801+C24954 | 10:42 Poppleton (POP) | 1h49 | 12:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85431 · C08802 | 10:50 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 13:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32219 · C08802+G01148 | 11:12 Poppleton (POP) | 1h49 | 13:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85443 · C33209 | 11:19 Poppleton (POP) | 2h12 | 13:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
| C32221 · C33209+G15907 | 11:41 Poppleton (POP) | 1h50 | 13:31 Ilkley station (ILK) | 2 changes | |
| G85451 · C08804 | 11:50 Poppleton (POP) | 2h11 | 14:01 Ilkley station (ILK) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Ilkley
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Ilkley run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York to Ilkley trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Ilkley from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Ilkley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Ilkley
Most York to Ilkley trains use the York to Ilkley station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Ilkley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Ilkley leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, 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 York 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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