What is the cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

The fastest way to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Milton Keynes and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Milton Keynes and arriving at Market Place via Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Milton Keynes and Ilkeston?

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

How far is it from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

The distance between Milton Keynes and Ilkeston is 94 miles. The road distance is 79.1 miles.

How do I travel from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston without a car?

The best way to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milton Keynes to Ilkeston bus from?

Milton Keynes to Ilkeston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Milton Keynes station.

Where do I catch the Milton Keynes to Ilkeston train from?

Milton Keynes to Ilkeston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Milton Keynes Central station.

Train or bus from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £22 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Milton Keynes to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Milton Keynes to Ilkeston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Milton Keynes to Ilkeston train arrive?

Milton Keynes to Ilkeston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Tamworth station.

Can I drive from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Milton Keynes to Ilkeston is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston.

How do I get a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Ilkeston?

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Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Tamworthtrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2h 2m
£37–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk905
3h 19m
£12–21
Drive 78.7 mi
1. Drive from Milton Keynes to Ilkestoncar 78.7 mi
1h 20m
£20–28
Train, line 15 bus
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Tamworthtrain
2. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Long Eatontrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Market Placebus 15
2h 51m
£40–81
Bus via Milton Keynes Coachway
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3h 38m
£20–50

Milton Keynes to Ilkeston by train and bus

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.3 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Milton Keynes, England and Ilkeston, England?

You can take a train from Milton Keynes Central to The Spinney via Tamworth High Level, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Milton Keynes to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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