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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £13 - £25 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Scunthorpe and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Scunthorpe station to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Derby via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Ilkeston is 87 miles. The road distance is 69.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Ilkeston bus from?

Scunthorpe to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Ilkeston train from?

Scunthorpe to Ilkeston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scunthorpe station.

Train or bus from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Ilkeston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Scunthorpe to Ilkeston train arrive?

Scunthorpe to Ilkeston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Ilkeston is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Scunthorpe to Ilkeston.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Sheffieldtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 18m
£31–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 152
3h 5m
£14–24
Drive 69 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Ilkestoncar 69 mi
1h 15m
£18–25
Train, line 15 bus
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Long Eatontrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Sycamore Road to Market Placebus 15
3h 11m
£34–58

Scunthorpe to Ilkeston by train and bus

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Scunthorpe to The Spinney via Sheffield, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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