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Ilkeston to Luton Airport train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Ilkeston to Luton Airport, starting from £19.80 and averaging £19.80. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 17m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:56 Ilkeston	08:39 Luton Airport	2h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:41 Ilkeston	09:08 Luton Airport	2h 27m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:23 Ilkeston	09:40 Luton Airport	2h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:41 Ilkeston	10:09 Luton Airport	2h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:22 Ilkeston	10:39 Luton Airport	2h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:50 Ilkeston	11:09 Paris	2h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Ilkeston to Luton Airport train route details

First train

05:56

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Ilkeston

Arrival station

Luton Airport

Journey time

2h 17m

Distance

85 miles

Price

£19.80*

Train Operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Luton Airport

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ilkeston to Luton Airport. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkeston to Luton Airport 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Ilkeston to Luton Airport, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ilkeston to Luton Airport ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Ilkeston to Luton Airport train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Ilkeston to Luton Airport with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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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
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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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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