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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Leicester is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Leicester is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Mount Street and Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Leicester?

The distance between Ilkeston and Leicester is 34 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Leicester without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 1h 29m and costs £13 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Ilkeston to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Leicester bus from?

Ilkeston to Leicester bus services, operated by Trent Barton, depart from Market Place station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Leicester bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Leicester bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Upper Parliament Street station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Leicester is 29 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Ilkeston to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 1014+ hotels available in Leicester.

Ilkeston to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 15 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to The Bellbus 15
2. Take the train from Long Eaton to Leicestertrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 29m
£13–20
Drive 29.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Leicestercar 29.1 mi
37 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkeston to Leicestertaxi 29.1 mi
37 min
£130–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Upper Parliament Streetbus Two
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
1h 46m
£8–16
Line 15 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Coach Parkbus 15
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2h 9m
£9–12

Ilkeston to Leicester by bus and train

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1h 29mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.4 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station via Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, and Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 1h 46m.

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