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Ilkeston - Liverpool Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 8 daily trains from Ilkeston to Liverpool. Traveling by train from Ilkeston to Liverpool usually takes around 2 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Railway train can make the trip in 2 hours and 16 minutes.

Distance76 mi (122 km)
Fastest train2h 16m
Lowest price€22.63
Trains per day6
Most frequent serviceNorthern Rail
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Ilkeston to Liverpool?

2 train services operate from Ilkeston to Liverpool. Northern Rail usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
East Midlands Railway32h 24m€24.53
Northern Rail52h 54m€38.54
  • East Midlands Railway train tickets from Ilkeston to Liverpool start from €23, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 East Midlands Railway schedules to Liverpool. East Midlands Railway in Ilkeston leaves from Station Street . And in Liverpool trains arrive at Liverpool Lime Street Station and one other train station.

    From Ilkeston to Liverpool train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 2 hours and 24 minutes. If you are looking to get to Liverpool faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 16 minutes.

  • Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Ilkeston and Liverpool is approximately 76 miles, or 122 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 16 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains departing from Ilkeston to Liverpool tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Ilkeston at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Liverpool. 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 Liverpool to Ilkeston.

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 Ilkeston?

Main departure station: Station Street

There is one train station in Ilkeston.

All train stations in Ilkeston:

  • Station Street

Where is the train station in Liverpool?

Main arrival station: Liverpool South Parkway Station

Liverpool receives travelers from Ilkeston at its two active train stations.

Train stations in Liverpool:

  • Liverpool South Parkway Station

  • Liverpool Lime Street Station

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