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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Bath is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Bath is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Bath. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at James Street West via Mount Street, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Bath. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Bath Spa via Derby and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Bath?

The distance between Ilkeston and Bath is 163 miles. The road distance is 139.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Bath without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Ilkeston to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Bath bus from?

Ilkeston to Bath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Bath train from?

Ilkeston to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Bath?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Bath is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Bath bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Bath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Bath train arrive?

Ilkeston to Bath train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Bath is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Ilkeston to Bath.

Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2850+ hotels available in Bath.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilkeston to Bath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 3m
£83–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
7h 26m
£27–47
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
7h 22m
£37–87
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Bathcar 138.5 mi
2h 51m
£34–49
Train via Gloucester
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Bath Spatrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 42m
£81–131

Ilkeston to Bath by bus and train

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to James Street West via Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 22m.

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