Train travel to Ilkeston guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Ilkeston?

Choose from Northern and East Midlands Railway for convenient journeys to and from Ilkeston, serving numerous UK locations. Price and duration can vary, so be sure to check when making your booking.

What are Ilkeston's opening hours?

You can expect Ilkeston to be open between the hours of 0:03 and 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, but ensure you check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Ilkeston

You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Ilkeston's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.

Connectivity of the Ilkeston?

Nottingham, Manchester, Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Ilkeston. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Ilkeston live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Ilkeston, check now to plan your next journey.

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TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Ilkeston to Nottingham13:4512mNorthernExp. 13:50
Ilkeston to Leeds14:301h 45mNorthernOn time
Ilkeston to Nottingham14:4515mNorthernOn time
Ilkeston to Nottingham15:1614mEast Midlands RailwayOn time
Ilkeston to Leeds15:311h 43mNorthernOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Leeds to Ilkeston13:441h 40mNorthernExp. 13:49
Nottingham to Ilkeston14:2912mNorthernOn time
Leeds to Ilkeston14:441h 31mNorthernOn time
Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston15:162h 26mEast Midlands RailwayOn time
Nottingham to Ilkeston15:3013mNorthernOn time

Station Details

Address:

Ilkeston station, Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE

Ticket Office opening hours:

There is no ticket office at Ilkeston station, ticket machines are available to purchase or collect tickets from. You can also buy tickets in advance online here

Ticket Machine:

Available

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