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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ilkeston (Station). 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 40m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station). However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Ilkeston via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

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

The distance between Leicester and Ilkeston (Station) is 36 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station), including transfers.

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

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

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

Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station)?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £17 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus and line 15 bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 40m.

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

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

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

Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Ilkeston (Station)?

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Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ilkestontrain Nottingham - Leeds / ...
1h 20m
£17–28
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ilkestontrain Nottingham - Leeds / ...
1h 39m
£6–19
Drive 29.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station)car 29.8 mi
38 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Ilkeston (Station)taxi 29.8 mi
38 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 40m
£8–12

Leicester to Ilkeston (Station) by train

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Distance: 35.9 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Ilkeston via Nottingham in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Ilkeston (Station) via Coach Park and Market Place in around 2h 40m.

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