Nottingham to Ilkeston train with Northern Rail (3)

Fri, Dec 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Ilkeston

Showing times and prices for Dec 05

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$7

Fastest journey

12 m

Average duration

13 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Ilkeston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Ilkeston will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Nottingham for Ilkeston on Fri, Dec 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 05 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 12 m .

On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 15 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.

Northern Rail (3)
10:17AM0h12
Nottingham
10:29AMIlkeston
$61One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
12:17PM0h15
Nottingham
12:32PMIlkeston
$61One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
09:17AM0h13
Nottingham
09:30AMIlkeston
$71One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
01:16PM0h13
Nottingham
01:29PMIlkeston
$71One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

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 bus 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 bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €2.

Distance: 6 miles (11 km)

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€5

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€4

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43m

Average total duration

Fastest

13m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

Average total duration

31m

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Live departures

Nottingham to Ilkeston train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Ilkeston trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:56 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail12:17 PM Nottingham
0h15
12:32 PM Ilkeston0 transfersDirect
northern_rail5:17 PM Nottingham
0h12
5:29 PM Ilkeston0 transfersDirect
northern_rail6:17 PM Nottingham
0h12
6:29 PM Ilkeston0 transfersDirect
Friday, December 5
northern_rail9:17 AM Nottingham
0h13
9:30 AM Ilkeston0 transfersDirect
northern_rail10:17 AM Nottingham
0h12
10:29 AM Ilkeston0 transfersDirect

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Northern Rail (3) as well as East Midlands Trains offer trains services from Nottingham to Ilkeston. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Ilkeston.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Ilkeston

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Trains from Nottingham to Ilkeston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 12m.

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
6 miles (11 km)
Average train duration
13m
Cheapest ticket price
$3 (€2)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
12m
First train
00:16
Last train
23:36
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: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Ilkeston trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Ilkeston from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€2)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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
15m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
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: Trains from Nottingham to Ilkeston

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
Ilkeston is a small town, and most visitors find that one to two days are sufficient to explore its local attractions, including its historic sites and nearby scenic areas.
Yes, a day trip from Nottingham to Ilkeston is feasible as the journey takes 12m with a distance of 6 miles (11 km). There are 6 trains available per day.
The distance by train from Nottingham to Ilkeston is 6 miles (11 km).
The train from Nottingham to Ilkeston takes 12m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Ilkeston is Nottingham station (NOT), which connects to Ilkeston station (ILN).
The train journey from Nottingham to Ilkeston offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, featuring green fields, small villages, and occasional glimpses of the River Erewash, providing a charming rural backdrop.
The last train from Nottingham to Ilkeston leaves at 11:36 PM.
Train ticket prices from Nottingham to Ilkeston can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€2), while the average price is around $6 (€5).
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Ilkeston is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€2).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
The first train from Nottingham to Ilkeston leaves at 12:16 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
Yes, there is a direct train from Nottingham to Ilkeston. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nottingham to Ilkeston

Nottingham
Ilkeston
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Ilkeston.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Nottingham
  • 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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