How to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham

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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 an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.

Distance: 6 miles (11 km)

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$7

Average price

Cheapest

$4

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44m

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Fastest

14m

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30m

Additional time*

26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

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Compare ways to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham

Compare the available ways to get from Ilkeston to Nottingham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham is a train with an average price of $7 (€6).
The fastest way to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 44m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ilkeston and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ilkeston to Nottingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 12m sooner (14m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $4 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Ilkeston to Nottingham

How to get from Ilkeston to Nottingham by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailG89734
    9:45 AM0h16
    Ilkeston station (ILN)
    10:01 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $41One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern RailG89734
    9:45 AM0h16
    Ilkeston station (ILN)
    10:01 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $41One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Northern RailG89757
    1:45 PM0h13
    Ilkeston station (ILN)
    1:58 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailG89745
    11:45 AM0h14
    Ilkeston station (ILN)
    11:59 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89751
    12:45 PM0h14
    Ilkeston station (ILN)
    12:59 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89739
    10:46 AM0h15
    Ilkeston station (ILN)
    11:01 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham

Travel to Nottingham 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 Ilkeston to Nottingham.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ilkeston and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham is a train with an average price of $7 (€6).
The fastest way to travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 44m.
The distance from Ilkeston to Nottingham is approximately 6 miles (11 km).
The average frequency per day from Ilkeston to Nottingham is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ilkeston and Nottingham as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ilkeston to Nottingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ilkeston station (ILN) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ilkeston to Nottingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway to go to Nottingham by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ilkeston to Nottingham:
  • 8 direct trains per day with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Ilkeston to Nottingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Belfast, Dublin, Paris, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nottingham and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nottingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nottingham, you can explore Old Market Square for shopping and dining, enjoy birdwatching at Attenborough Nature Reserve, and catch performances at Nottingham Playhouse. Visit Green's Windmill and Science Centre for interactive exhibits and stroll through The Arboretum. Notable sights include Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum, Wollaton Hall housing the Natural History Museum, The City of Caves, Nottingham Contemporary art gallery, and the historic Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem pub.
To fully experience Nottingham's key attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, a 2 to 3-day stay is recommended.

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