What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkley and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkley to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Railway Road and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkley and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkley to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Ilkley and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Ilkley to Birmingham?

The distance between Ilkley and Birmingham is 131 miles. The road distance is 126 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkley to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Ilkley to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Ilkley to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Birmingham bus from?

Ilkley to Birmingham bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Railway Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilkley to Birmingham train from?

Ilkley to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ilkley station.

Train or bus from Ilkley to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Ilkley to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Ilkley to Birmingham bus arrive?

Ilkley to Birmingham bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkley to Birmingham train arrive?

Ilkley to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Ilkley to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkley to Birmingham is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Ilkley to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Ilkley to Birmingham?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Ilkley to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ilkley to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilkley to LeedsIlkley - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 59m
£38–142
Drive 125.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkley to Birmingham125.2 mi
2h 38m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
5h 11m
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Railway Road to Leeds City Bus StationX84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Newhall StUk075 / ...
5h 51m

Ilkley to Birmingham by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Ilkley, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street via Leeds in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Road to Birmingham Coach Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 5h 11m.

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