Sheffield to Ilkeston by train

Explore Sheffield to Ilkeston by train

Thinking about travelling from Sheffield to Ilkeston by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost between Sheffield to Ilkeston

Getting from Sheffield to Ilkeston by rail typically costs £8.30, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Sheffield and Ilkeston

If you are taking the train from Sheffield to Ilkeston, you will have 39 trains each day (with a departure every 20 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:15. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:38. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:15, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:56.

Train duration for trips from Sheffield to Ilkeston

The swiftest journey time on this route is 34 minutes, crossing a total distance of 46 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Sheffield and Ilkeston?

You can secure tickets for travel between Sheffield and Ilkeston up to 5 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn even more about travelling from Sheffield to Ilkeston by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Ilkeston.