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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Bradford
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Bradford will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Ilkeston for Bradford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.
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Compare train for Ilkeston to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 96 km
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2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ilkeston to Bradford train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston to Bradford trains for tomorrow, Monday 29 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:56 Ilkeston | 3h52 | 08:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:31 Ilkeston | 2h17 | 08:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:31 Ilkeston | 2h17 | 10:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:30 Ilkeston | 2h18 | 11:48 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Bradford
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Trains from Ilkeston to Bradford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Ilkeston to Bradford trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Ilkeston and Bradford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ilkeston to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston and Bradford
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Information Desk
- 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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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail.
- Accessible public telephones: in the interchange
- 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: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at station front on St Blaise Way adjacent to service bus stop (25702).
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