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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
11 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Nottingham will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Ilkeston for Nottingham 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 11 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
11:450h14
Ilkeston11:59Nottingham
£31One-way
0 changes
19:450h15
Ilkeston20:00Nottingham
£31One-way
0 changes
09:460h14
Ilkeston10:00Nottingham
£41One-way
0 changes
18:450h14
Ilkeston18:59Nottingham
£51One-way
0 changes
11:450h14
Ilkeston11:59Nottingham
£31One-way
0 changes
18:450h14
Ilkeston18:59Nottingham
£51One-way
0 changes
09:460h14
Ilkeston10:00Nottingham
£41One-way
0 changes
19:450h15
Ilkeston20:00Nottingham
£31One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ilkeston to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 11 km
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44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ilkeston to Nottingham train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:56 Ilkeston | 0h15 | 05:11 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:42 Ilkeston | 0h17 | 20:59 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 23:33 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Ilkeston and Nottingham from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
£5
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Ilkeston to Nottingham train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ilkeston to Nottingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ilkeston and Nottingham. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains.
Booking trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Ilkeston to Nottingham is 11 km.
To get from Ilkeston to Nottingham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Ilkeston to Nottingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Nottingham is by train, costing approximately £3.
The train journey from Ilkeston to Nottingham covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Ilkeston to Nottingham leaves at 5:21.
The train station in Ilkeston that goes to Nottingham is Ilkeston station (ILN), and it arrives at Nottingham station (NOT).
The last train from Ilkeston to Nottingham departs at 23:33.
Trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
There is no night train service from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston and Nottingham
Ilkeston
Nottingham
The major train station for departures in Ilkeston is Ilkeston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilkeston for your trip from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
Public transport options for Ilkeston
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coronation Road
The major train station for arrivals in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your journey to Nottingham from Ilkeston.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. 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 public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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