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Mansfield Museum
Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston to Mansfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 20 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Ilkeston to Mansfield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:56 |
Last train 22:19 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Town museum covering Mansfield's social and industrial history, with local stories, temporary exhibitions and family displays.
Visitor centre and exhibition space exploring the life of Lord Byron and the history of Newstead Abbey and its estate.
Former Victorian workhouse with immersive galleries about poverty, welfare and everyday life, within easy reach of Mansfield.
Popular Sherwood Forest walking area with ancient oaks, visitor trails and a classic Nottinghamshire woodland atmosphere.
Central urban park with formal gardens, play areas, events and broad lawns, popular for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Forest walking area with trails, wildlife and open heathland, ideal for countryside walks close to Mansfield.
Pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray style country butchers, eaten widely in Nottinghamshire; a cold raised pie prized for seasoned pork and crisp pastry.
Stilton made in the East Midlands, often served on cheeseboards in local pubs and homes; rich, crumbly blue cheese with a strong regional identity.
A classic Nottinghamshire loaf enriched with milk and butter, traditionally baked for tea and known for its soft crumb and rounded cottage shape.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, polished setting.
Established steakhouse and grill serving burgers, steaks and hearty mains in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-liked Indian restaurant offering curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a comfortable contemporary space.
Moderate by UK standards. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Mansfield station -> Mansfield Bus Station, Mansfield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston to Mansfield 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 Mansfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ilkeston to Mansfield trains use the Ilkeston to Mansfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilkeston and Mansfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ilkeston is 1 km from Ilkeston city centre. Public transport options include:
Ilkeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ilkeston.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23.
Available at Ilkeston: Parking.
Available at Ilkeston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilkeston: 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.
Mansfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mansfield.
Ticket office support is available at Mansfield.
Available at Mansfield: Parking, WC.
Available at Mansfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mansfield: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Step free access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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