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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Ilkeston is to bus via Luton DART Parkway which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 19m.

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 40m.

How far is it from Luton to Ilkeston?

The distance between Luton and Ilkeston is 104 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 bus which takes 2h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m 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 2076+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Luton to Ilkeston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the bus from Upper Parliament Street to Health Centrebus Two
2h 39m
£47–70
Bus via Luton DART Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk905
4h 19m
£15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 40m
£18–31
Drive 94.3 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Ilkestoncar 94.3 mi
1h 37m
£24–35

Luton to Ilkeston by train and bus

230Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.8 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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 £15–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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