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

The cheapest way to get from London to Ilkeston is to bus via Leicester which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Ilkeston is to train and line 15 bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between London and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Market Place via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from London to Ilkeston?

The distance between London and Ilkeston is 128 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Ilkeston without a car is to train and line 15 bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from London to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Ilkeston bus from?

London to Ilkeston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the London to Ilkeston bus arrive?

London to Ilkeston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Derby Bus Station.

Can I drive from London to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Ilkeston is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from London to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2084+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

London to Ilkeston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London to Ilkeston by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 15 bus
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Long Eatontrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Health Centrebus 15
2h 8m
£58–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk004 / ...
4h 29m
£20–40
Drive 125.7 mi
1. Drive from London to Ilkestoncar 125.7 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Bus via Leicester
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leicesterbus Uk005 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Sky
5h 47m
£20–30

London to Ilkeston by train and bus

124Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.3 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Derby Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 55m. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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