The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Grantham
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Grantham will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ilkeston for Grantham 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 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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
Ilkeston to Grantham train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston to Grantham trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:56 Ilkeston | 1h25 | 06:21 Grantham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 Ilkeston | 1h24 | 12:09 Grantham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Grantham
Trains from Ilkeston to Grantham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 22:28 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Ilkeston to Grantham trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Ilkeston and Grantham from £15. 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 Grantham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston and Grantham
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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