The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Peterborough
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston to Peterborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Peterborough will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ilkeston for Peterborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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 Peterborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston to Peterborough 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 | 2h45 | 07:41 Peterborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Peterborough
Trains from Ilkeston to Peterborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 03:23 |
Last train 21:50 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Ilkeston to Peterborough trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Ilkeston and Peterborough from £28. 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 Peterborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston to Peterborough 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 Peterborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston and Peterborough
- 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 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
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