What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Watford Junction station via Derby Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Watford Junction. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Watford Junction via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Watford Junction?

The distance between Ilkeston and Watford Junction is 151 miles. The road distance is 110.5 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkeston to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction without a car is to line 15 bus and train which takes 3h 10m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Watford Junction bus from?

Ilkeston to Watford Junction bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Watford Junction train from?

Ilkeston to Watford Junction train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Watford Junction?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Watford Junction bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Watford Junction train arrive?

Ilkeston to Watford Junction train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Watford Junction is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Ilkeston to Watford Junction.

Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

There are 20795+ hotels available in Watford Junction.

Ilkeston to Watford Junction - 5 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ilkeston to Watford Junction 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 London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
3h 10m
£57–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
5h 46m
£22–33
Drive 109.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Watford Junctioncar 109.9 mi
1h 50m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Watford Junctiontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 49m
£53–116
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Watford Junction stationbus 321
6h 46m
£23–39

Ilkeston to Watford Junction by bus, train, and foot

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.8 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Ilkeston, England and Watford Junction, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Derby Bus Station to London Heathrow Airport once daily. Tickets cost £15–23 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Watford Junction via The Bell, Long Eaton, and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 49m.

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