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Trip Summary
There are 6 daily trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston. Traveling by train from Liverpool to Ilkeston usually takes around 2 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Railway train can make the trip in 2 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 16m |
| Lowest price | £17.70 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Liverpool to Ilkeston?
East Midlands Railway is the one and only train line which connects Liverpool to Ilkeston. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway | 6 | 2h 41m | £31.03 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Liverpool to Ilkeston start from £18, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 East Midlands Railway schedules to Ilkeston. East Midlands Railway in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Lime Street Station and one other station. And in Ilkeston trains arrive at Station Street .
From Liverpool to Ilkeston train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 2 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ilkeston faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Liverpool to Ilkeston on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Liverpool at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Ilkeston. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ilkeston to Liverpool.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Liverpool South Parkway Station
There are two stations in Liverpool where you can board the train to Ilkeston.
All train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool South Parkway Station
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Where is the train station in Ilkeston?
Main arrival station: Station Street
Ilkeston has one train station.
Train stations in Ilkeston:
Station Street
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