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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston
Showing times and prices for 09 Nov
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
121 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Ilkeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Ilkeston will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Fast trains
To travel from Liverpool to Ilkeston you need to make at least one change.
Y07465+
Y0101113:512h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
N97342+Y0104510:253h20
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
C27117+Y0194909:203h25
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
C27105+Y0745911:203h00
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:20Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
Y07461+W4662412:512h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
Y07465+Y0101113:512h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
Y07461+W4662412:512h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
C27105+Y0745911:203h00
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:20Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
N97342+Y0104510:253h20
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
C27117+Y0194909:203h25
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:45Ilkeston station (ILN)
£641One-way
1 change
Live departures
Liverpool to Ilkeston train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Ilkeston trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 16:03
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C25933+Y04444 · Y01038 | On time 08:11 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h34 | 11:45 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 2 changes | |
| C27117+Y01949 | On time 09:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h25 | 12:45 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 1 change | |
| N97342+Y01045 | On time 10:25 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h20 | 13:45 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 1 change | |
| C27105+Y07459 | On time 11:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 14:20 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 1 change | |
| Y07461+W46624 | On time 12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h54 | 15:45 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 1 change | |
| Y07465+Y01011 | On time 13:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h54 | 16:45 Ilkeston station (ILN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Ilkeston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 56m.
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 121 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 20:51 |
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: East Midlands Trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool and Ilkeston from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£24
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: Liverpool to Ilkeston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Ilkeston 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 Ilkeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Spending 1 to 2 days in Ilkeston is generally sufficient to explore its local attractions, enjoy the town's shops and cafes, and experience the local culture.
The train distance from Liverpool to Ilkeston is 121 km.
Booking trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool to Ilkeston covers a distance of 121 km and takes approximately 2h 56m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Ilkeston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £52.
To get from Liverpool to Ilkeston, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Liverpool to Ilkeston leaves at 5:29.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Ilkeston is by train, costing approximately £24.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Ilkeston is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Ilkeston station (ILN).
The last train from Liverpool to Ilkeston departs at 20:51.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Ilkeston.
Trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool to Ilkeston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool to Ilkeston.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Ilkeston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Ilkeston
Liverpool
Ilkeston
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool James Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool James Street for your trip from Liverpool to Ilkeston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Liverpool James Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:51 - 00:16 Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Distance to city center
8 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: shelter by station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Liverpool South Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stand 4, located in the main concourse area
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:21 - 00:13 Sunday 07:41 - 00:13 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access.
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located in the Concourse at the Moorfields Entrance of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Access to the National key toilets is controlled by the barrier line station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Moorfields
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Moorfields Station, Moorfields , Liverpool L2
The major train station for arrivals in Ilkeston is Ilkeston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilkeston for your journey to Ilkeston from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingInformation 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
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