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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Sheffield will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ilkeston for Sheffield 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 47 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 44 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.
11:290h44Ilkeston12:13Sheffield£101One-way0 changes
- 11:290h44Ilkeston12:13Sheffield£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ilkeston to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston to Sheffield 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 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 47 km
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Sheffield
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Trains from Ilkeston to Sheffield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 42m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Ilkeston to Sheffield trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Ilkeston and Sheffield from £4. 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 Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston to Sheffield 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilkeston and Sheffield
Most Ilkeston to Sheffield trains use the Ilkeston to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Ilkeston and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ilkeston station do trains to Sheffield leave from?
Getting to Ilkeston from Ilkeston city centre
Ilkeston is 1 km from Ilkeston city centre. Public transport options include:
Ilkeston train station facilities and services
Ilkeston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ilkeston.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilkeston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilkeston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Ilkeston arrive at?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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