The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilkeston to Sheffield
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
5
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilkeston to Sheffield will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ilkeston for Sheffield on Tue, Dec 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Tue, Dec 30 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.










Ilkeston - SheffieldCompare Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains


Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus 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 bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€8 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ilkeston to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilkeston to Sheffield trains for today, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Ilkeston | 0h43 | 2:13 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 30 | |||||
![]() | 4:45 AM Ilkeston | 1h25 | 6:10 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Ilkeston | 0h43 | 10:13 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Sheffield.
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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 Sheffield.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Ilkeston to Sheffield.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilkeston to Sheffield
Trains from Ilkeston to Sheffield run on average 3 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains from Ilkeston to Sheffield trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Ilkeston and Sheffield from $7 (€5). 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 Sheffield
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
Popular train stations from Ilkeston to Sheffield
- 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 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- 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 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- 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: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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