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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Market Place via Gatwick Airport South Terminal and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Long Eaton via East Croydon and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Ilkeston?

The distance between Eastbourne and Ilkeston is 197 miles. The road distance is 189.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Eastbourne to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Ilkeston bus from?

Eastbourne to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Gildredge Road station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Ilkeston train from?

Eastbourne to Ilkeston train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Ilkeston is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Gatwick South Terminal station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Ilkeston train arrive?

Eastbourne to Ilkeston train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Ilkeston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Eastbourne to Ilkeston.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

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Eastbourne to Ilkeston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Eastbourne to Ilkeston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to East Croydontrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Long Eatontrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 37m
£92–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
9h 12m
£25–39
Drive 188.7 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Ilkestoncar 188.7 mi
3h 57m
£47–68
Train, fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane LGW - EMA
6h 28m
£83–178
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230
10h 7m
£33–54
Train, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane LGW - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
7h 13m
£103–533

Eastbourne to Ilkeston by train and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Ilkeston, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Health Centre via East Croydon, London St Pancras Intl, Long Eaton, and Rail Station Sycamore Road in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Market Place via Gatwick South Terminal, Gatwick Airport South Terminal, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 9h 12m.

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