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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Salthouse Quay and arriving at Market Place via Alton Towers and Upper Parliament Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Derby via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Ilkeston?

The distance between Liverpool and Ilkeston is 117 miles. The road distance is 90.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Ilkeston without a car is to train via Tamworth which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Liverpool to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Ilkeston bus from?

Liverpool to Ilkeston bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, depart from Salthouse Quay station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Ilkeston train from?

Liverpool to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Ilkeston is to train via Tamworth which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Liverpool to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Liverpool to Ilkeston bus services, operated by The Coach Company UK, arrive at Alton Towers station.

Where does the Liverpool to Ilkeston train arrive?

Liverpool to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Tamworth station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Ilkeston is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Liverpool to Ilkeston.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool to Ilkeston?

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Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

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

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

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Train via Tamworth
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Tamworthtrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2h 58m
£42–69
Drive 90.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Ilkestoncar 90.3 mi
2h 12m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salthouse Quay to Alton Towersbus
2. Take the bus from Alton Towers to Nottingham Mount Stbus
5h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
3h 26m
£57–84
Train, line 15 bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Long Eatontrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Market Placebus 15
3h 55m
£40–73

Liverpool to Ilkeston by train and bus

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.2 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Tamworth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £28–45 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salthouse Quay to Market Place via Alton Towers, Nottingham Mount St, and Upper Parliament Street in around 5h 6m.

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