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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Manchester is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Manchester is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Mount Street and Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Manchester?

The distance between Ilkeston and Manchester is 94 miles. The road distance is 61.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Manchester without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Ilkeston to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Manchester bus from?

Ilkeston to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Manchester bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Manchester is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Ilkeston to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3600+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilkeston to Manchester by bus, train, 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 Stoke-on-Trenttrain
3. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3h 11m
£39–70
Drive 60.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Manchestercar 60.9 mi
1h 44m
£15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
4h 24m
£16–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Upper Parliament Streetbus Two
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 14m
£44–70
Bus, train via Buxton
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus Tp
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Market Placebus Tp
3. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4h 53m
£18–32

Ilkeston to Manchester by bus and train

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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