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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Loughborough is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Loughborough is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Aumberry Gap via Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Loughborough?

The distance between Ilkeston and Loughborough is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Loughborough without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 1h 20m and costs £8 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Ilkeston to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Loughborough bus from?

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

Where does the Ilkeston to Loughborough bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Loughborough bus services, operated by Trent Barton, arrive at Coach Park station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Loughborough is 17 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Ilkeston to Loughborough.

Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1975+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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

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

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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 Loughborough (Leics)train Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
1h 20m
£8–13
Drive 17.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Loughboroughcar 17.2 mi
25 min
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilkeston to Loughboroughtaxi 17.2 mi
25 min
£35–45
Line 15 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Coach Parkbus 15
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Aumberry Gapbus Sky
1h 36m
£8–11
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Upper Parliament Streetbus Two
2. Take the bus from Beastmarket Hill to Aumberry Gapbus 1
1h 43m

Ilkeston to Loughborough by bus and train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.9 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Aumberry Gap via Coach Park in around 1h 36m.

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