The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilkeston to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Nottingham will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ilkeston for Nottingham on Mon, Jan 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest trains will take 13 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 bus and train for Ilkeston to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilkeston to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€4 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ilkeston to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:50 AM Ilkeston | 0h13 | 8:03 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Ilkeston | 0h13 | 1:58 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Ilkeston to Nottingham trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as East Midlands Trains offer trains services from Ilkeston to Nottingham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of East Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ilkeston to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Nottingham
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ilkeston to Nottingham start from as low as $3 (€3) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $5 (€4) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham with 5 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 13m but the average duration is 14m
Train Operators
- Travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham with Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Northern Rail (3).
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Ilkeston station (ILN) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT)
- First train typically departs at 05:21 AM and the last at 11:33 PM
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Ilkeston and Nottingham from $3 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ilkeston to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilkeston to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ilkeston to Nottingham
- 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 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- 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 are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. 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 public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- 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 Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- 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: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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