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Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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21

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

2hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkley to Birkenhead Central is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 42 mins.

Merseyrail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkley to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 41 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ilkley to Birkenhead Central

Journeys from Ilkley to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:02
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:09
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:16
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:40
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:10
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:10
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:10
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:51
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:40
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:10
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:37
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:40
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    20:22
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:12
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:37
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:11
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:11
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    22:07
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:40
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:40
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    23:37
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:37
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    05:47
    Ilkley
    Birkenhead Central
    Ilkley to Birkenhead Central

About Ilkley Station

Station name Ilkley (ILK)
Address Ilkley station, Station Plaza, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 17:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Birkenhead Central Station

Station name Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Address Birkenhead Central station, Argyle Street South, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 9DB
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:07
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:07
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:07
Thursday 05:32 - 00:07
Friday 05:32 - 00:07
Saturday 05:32 - 00:07
Sunday 07:34 - 00:07
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

First class tickets on trains between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ilkley & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ilkley and Birkenhead Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.