The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Ilkeston
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Ilkeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Ilkeston will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Ilkeston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Ilkeston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Ilkeston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 84 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Ilkeston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ilkeston coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:30 Manchester | 3h15 | 10:45 Ilkeston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 Manchester | 3h13 | 13:40 Ilkeston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Ilkeston
Buses from Manchester to Ilkeston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 21:41. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 84 km |
Average bus duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 21:41 |
FAQs: Manchester to Ilkeston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Ilkeston by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilkeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Ilkeston
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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