The cheapest and fastest trains from Barnsley to Ilkeston
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barnsley to Ilkeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to Ilkeston will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barnsley 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 trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.




Live departures
Barnsley to Ilkeston train times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to Ilkeston trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:00 Barnsley | 1h16 | 22:16 Ilkeston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnsley to Ilkeston
Trains from Barnsley to Ilkeston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Barnsley to Ilkeston trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Barnsley and Ilkeston from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barnsley to Ilkeston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley to Ilkeston by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilkeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnsley and Ilkeston
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station is only staffed for some of the day. Assistance available during booking office hours. There are 2 platforms at the station which can be accessed via the lift with level access from station entrance. Accessible pick up and set down points. Lifts open for all train services.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: There is a 20p charge for the public toilet. Disabled customers can ring the bell to be allowed in free of charge.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the layby on Schwabisch Gmund Way next to the booking office
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coronation Road
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