What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market Place via Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Derby via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

The distance between Cardiff and Ilkeston is 159 miles. The road distance is 159.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Ilkeston without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilkeston bus from?

Cardiff to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilkeston train from?

Cardiff to Ilkeston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £220 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Ilkeston train arrive?

Cardiff to Ilkeston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ilkeston is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Ilkeston.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Ilkeston?

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Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Ilkeston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 24m
£69–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Cp2
5h 35m
£30–50
Drive 158.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ilkestoncar 158.4 mi
2h 45m
£39–57
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane CWL - EMA
9h 4m
£46–215

Cardiff to Ilkeston by train and bus

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Distance: 158.1 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ilkeston, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Broad Marsh Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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