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Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Ilkeston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Ilkeston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Ilkeston is a train with an average price of $5 (€4).
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Ilkeston:
A train is $0.25 (€0.20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston costing on average $5 (€4).
The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Ilkeston is by train with an average journey time of 13m.
Other travel options to Ilkeston take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Ilkeston including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham to Ilkeston among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about -1h -2m sooner (30m by bus vs 28m by car) and save roughly $-1.58 (€-1.28) compared to fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $3 (€3)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Trent Barton.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Nottingham to Ilkeston Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 05:57AM | Arrival Time 06:27AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:17AM | Arrival Time 06:47AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:37AM | Arrival Time 07:07AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:57AM | Arrival Time 07:27AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:17AM | Arrival Time 07:52AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:32AM | Arrival Time 08:06AM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:52AM | Arrival Time 08:22AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 08:32AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:22AM | Arrival Time 08:52AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:32AM | Arrival Time 09:02AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 09:12AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:52AM | Arrival Time 09:22AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:02AM | Arrival Time 09:32AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 09:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 09:52AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:32AM | Arrival Time 10:02AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:42AM | Arrival Time 10:12AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:52AM | Arrival Time 10:22AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:02AM | Arrival Time 10:32AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:12AM | Arrival Time 10:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:22AM | Arrival Time 10:52AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:32AM | Arrival Time 11:02AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:42AM | Arrival Time 11:12AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:52AM | Arrival Time 11:22AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:02AM | Arrival Time 11:32AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:12AM | Arrival Time 11:42AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:22AM | Arrival Time 11:52AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:32AM | Arrival Time 12:02PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:42AM | Arrival Time 12:12PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:52AM | Arrival Time 12:22PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 12:02PM | Arrival Time 12:32PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 12:12PM | Arrival Time 12:42PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 12:22PM | Arrival Time 12:52PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 12:32PM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 12:42PM | Arrival Time 01:12PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 01:22PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 01:02PM | Arrival Time 01:32PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 01:12PM | Arrival Time 01:42PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 01:22PM | Arrival Time 01:52PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 01:32PM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 01:42PM | Arrival Time 02:12PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 01:52PM | Arrival Time 02:22PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 02:02PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 02:12PM | Arrival Time 02:42PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 02:22PM | Arrival Time 02:52PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 02:32PM | Arrival Time 03:02PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:17PM | Arrival Time 11:41PM | Duration 0h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 11:47PM | Arrival Time 12:11AM | Duration 0h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston
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Buses from Nottingham to Ilkeston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:49, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 24m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $4 (€3)
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 24m |
First bus 5:49 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $4 (€3)
Bus providers: Trent Barton from Nottingham to IlkestonYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Ilkeston with Trent Barton for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Trent Barton
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Trent Barton frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Ilkeston by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilkeston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Nottingham to Ilkeston can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Nottingham to Ilkeston is $5 (€4) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston is 24m to travel the 6 miles (11 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston leaves at 5:49 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Nottingham to Ilkeston with Trent Barton. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston, you can count on Trent Barton for the best way to get you to Ilkeston. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Ilkeston and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Ilkeston from Nottingham is worth doing with a journey time of 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Ilkeston including taking a bus and train.
No, the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
No, luggage for the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
Since neither Nottingham nor Ilkeston are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham to Ilkeston among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Ilkeston, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in busy areas and remain vigilant when using public transportation. It's advisable to avoid unlicensed taxi services and be wary of unsolicited offers or deals that seem too good to be true. Staying aware of surroundings and securing personal belongings can help prevent common scams and ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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