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Ilkley to Birmingham New Street train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 27.40, with average prices for this route around £ 27.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
18:11 2h 56m, No direct Ilkley	21:07 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
19:11 2h 57m, No direct Ilkley	22:08 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
20:10 3h 18m, No direct Ilkley	23:28 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
21:37 9h 15m, No direct Ilkley	06:52 +1 Birmingham New Street		Find Tickets
23:18 7h 35m, No direct Ilkley	06:53 +1 Birmingham New Street	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
23:18 7h 38m, No direct Ilkley	06:56 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Ilkley to Birmingham New Street train route details

First train

06:02

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Ilkley

Arrival station

Birmingham New Street

Journey time

2h 50m

Distance

161 km

Price

£ 27.40*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Ilkley to Birmingham New Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ilkley to Birmingham New Street train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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