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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Ilkeston is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Market Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Derby via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Swindon to Ilkeston?

The distance between Swindon and Ilkeston is 167 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Ilkeston without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 35m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Swindon to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ilkeston bus from?

Swindon to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ilkeston train from?

Swindon to Ilkeston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Swindon to Ilkeston is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 35m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Swindon to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Swindon to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Ilkeston train arrive?

Swindon to Ilkeston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Ilkeston is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Swindon to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2107+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 35m
£85–133
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Ilkestoncar 114.8 mi
2h 20m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 45m
£42–102
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Long Eatontrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 30m
£73–117

Swindon to Ilkeston by train and bus

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.5 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to The Spinney via Bristol Parkway, Derby, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Market Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 6h 45m.

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