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Trains from Ilkeston (ILN) to Reading

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26

train journeys
per day

106

miles (170 kms)

3hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ilkeston (ILN) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkeston and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkeston to Reading is approximately 106 miles (170 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 5 mins.

CrossCountry, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkeston and Reading.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkeston to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 44 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ilkeston to Reading

Journeys from Ilkeston to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:56
    3 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    09:40
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:41
    3 hrs 30 mins4 changes
    10:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:24
    3 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    10:38
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:41
    3 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    11:23
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:22
    3 hrs 18 mins4 changes
    11:40
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:50
    3 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    12:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:45
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    13:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:15
    3 hrs 23 mins4 changes
    13:38
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:46
    3 hrs 25 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:45
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    15:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:45
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    16:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:01
    3 hrs 52 mins4 changes
    16:53
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:45
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:45
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:16
    3 hrs 32 mins4 changes
    18:48
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:45
    3 hrs 40 mins4 changes
    19:25
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:59
    3 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    19:56
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:45
    3 hrs 31 mins4 changes
    20:16
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:45
    3 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    21:11
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    18:45
    3 hrs 31 mins4 changes
    22:16
    Ilkeston
    Reading
    Ilkeston to Reading

About Ilkeston Station

Station name Ilkeston (ILN)
AddressIlkeston station, Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE
Managed byEM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkeston and Reading

The travel time between Ilkeston and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkeston and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Ilkeston and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ilkeston & Reading. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Thameslink, GWR, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkeston and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ilkeston and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.