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Compare prices and tickets Rotherham to Ilkeston by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Ilkeston
Trains from Rotherham to Ilkeston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 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 51 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 21:58 |
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 Rotherham to Ilkeston trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Rotherham and Ilkeston from £16. 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
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 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: Rotherham to Ilkeston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Rotherham to Ilkeston 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 Rotherham to Ilkeston.

Booking trains from Rotherham to Ilkeston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Rotherham to Ilkeston is 51 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Rotherham to Ilkeston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Ilkeston is by train, costing approximately £16.
The train station in Rotherham that goes to Ilkeston is Rotherham Central (RMC), and it arrives at Ilkeston station (ILN).
Yes, you can take the train from Rotherham to Ilkeston.
The train journey from Rotherham to Ilkeston covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 1h 24m. Trains run 6 per day.
To travel from Rotherham to Ilkeston, you can take a train.
The first train from Rotherham to Ilkeston leaves at 5:34.
The last train from Rotherham to Ilkeston departs at 21:58.
Trains from Rotherham to Ilkeston run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Rotherham to Ilkeston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rotherham to Ilkeston.
There is no night train service from Rotherham to Ilkeston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotherham and Ilkeston
Rotherham
Ilkeston
The major train station for departures in Rotherham is Rotherham Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rotherham Central for your trip from Rotherham to Ilkeston.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday 08:45 - 16:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lift access to both platforms. Lifts are available from first to last train.
- 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
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Rotherham Central
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Bridge Street, a minute's walk from the station entrance.
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 Rotherham.
Amenities at train station
information
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
Most popular train connections from Rotherham
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