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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Market Place via Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Luton to Ilkeston?

The distance between Luton and Ilkeston is 98 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Ilkeston without a car is to train and line 15 bus which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Luton to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ilkeston bus from?

Luton to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Luton to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Luton to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Can I drive from Luton to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Ilkeston is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Luton to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

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

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

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Train, line 15 bus
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Long Eatontrain London St Pancras International - Derby
2. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Market Placebus 15
2h 28m
£49–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 35m
£21–50
Drive 94.3 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Ilkestoncar 94.3 mi
1h 37m
£23–34
Train, line 15 bus via Kettering
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Leicestertrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Health Centrebus 15
2h 59m
£47–74
Bus, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus Sky
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to Market Placebus 15
4h 17m
£22–44

Luton to Ilkeston by train and bus

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2h 28mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 97.5 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

National Express operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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