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Doncaster to Ilkeston train prices and times
Planning a journey from Doncaster to Ilkeston? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$19.36, with average prices for this route around AU$32.05. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
10:20 Doncaster | 11:44 Ilkeston |  | Find Tickets |
11:16 Doncaster | 12:44 Ilkeston | | Find Tickets |
12:20 Doncaster | 13:44 Ilkeston | | Find Tickets |
13:20 Doncaster | 14:44 Ilkeston | | Find Tickets |
13:59 Doncaster | 15:16 Ilkeston |   | Find Tickets |
14:21 Doncaster | 15:44 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Doncaster to Ilkeston train route details
First train
05:36
Last train
23:49
Journey time
1h 17m
Distance
39 miles
Price
AU$19.36*
How to book cheap train tickets from Doncaster to Ilkeston
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Doncaster to Ilkeston can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Doncaster to Ilkeston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Doncaster to Ilkeston, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Doncaster to Ilkeston ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Doncaster to Ilkeston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Doncaster to Ilkeston train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Doncaster to Ilkeston with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.