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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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21

train journeys
per day

107

miles (172 kms)

2hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Ilkeston is approximately 107 miles (172 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 23 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Ilkeston.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:37
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:59
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:11
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:12
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    15:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:11
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    18:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:11
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    19:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:10
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    20:44
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:11
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    21:42
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:33
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    22:20
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:12
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    22:43
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:48
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    05:55
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:44
    7 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    07:41
    Darlington
    Ilkeston
    Darlington to Ilkeston

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Ilkeston Station

Station name Ilkeston (ILN)
Address Ilkeston station, Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Darlington and Ilkeston

The travel time between Darlington and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Darlington & Ilkeston. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Ilkeston.

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