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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Booth's Supermarket and arriving at Market Place via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Derby via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Penrith to Ilkeston?

The distance between Penrith and Ilkeston is 183 miles. The road distance is 158.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Penrith to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Ilkeston bus from?

Penrith to Ilkeston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Booth's Supermarket station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Ilkeston train from?

Penrith to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Penrith to Ilkeston is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Penrith to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Penrith to Ilkeston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Penrith to Ilkeston train arrive?

Penrith to Ilkeston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Ilkeston is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Penrith to Ilkeston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 20m
£68–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Booth's Supermarket to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk002
5h 35m
£24–36
Drive 157.2 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Ilkestoncar 157.2 mi
3h 12m
£39–56
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 58m
£69–114
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Booth's Supermarket to Rail Stationbus 563
2. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to Nottinghamtrain Carlisle - Nottingham
6h 29m
£52–103

Penrith to Ilkeston by train and bus

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Distance: 182.2 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to The Spinney via Crewe, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Booth's Supermarket to Market Place via Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange, Derby Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 35m.

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