The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ilkeston station (ILN) for Sheffield station (SHF) 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 46 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 46 km
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1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 0h43 | 12:13 Sheffield station (SHF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Trains from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 43m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 11:30 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Ilkeston station (ILN) and Sheffield station (SHF) from £5. 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 station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston station (ILN) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston station (ILN) and Sheffield station (SHF)
- 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 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. 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 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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