What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston?

The fastest way to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester (Station) and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester (Station) station to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston?

The distance between Leicester (Station) and Ilkeston is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston without a car is to train and line 15 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £14 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston bus from?

Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at Coach Park station.

Can I drive from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston is 30 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 15 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 15 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Long Eatontrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Health Centrebus 15
1h 3m
£14–22
Drive 30.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester (Station) to Ilkestoncar 30.2 mi
40 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester (Station) to Ilkestontaxi 30.2 mi
40 min
£95–120
Bus, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Market Placebus 15
2h 35m
£8–12

Leicester (Station) to Ilkeston by train and bus

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Leicester (Station), Leicester, England and Ilkeston, England?

You can take a vehicle from Leicester (Station) to Market Place via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Park in around 2h 35m.

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