This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Ilkeston (ILN)

Find the cheapest fares to Ilkeston by splitting your tickets

15

train journeys
per day

182

miles (294 kms)

4hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:16 / 19:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Ilkeston (ILN)

Buy tickets from Exeter Central to Ilkeston. Explore the list of all train routes from Exeter Central to Ilkeston and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter Central and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter Central to Ilkeston is approximately 182 miles (294 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 15 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Ilkeston.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter Central to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 27 mins.

Journeys from Exeter Central to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 27th May
    06:16
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    06:42
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    08:04
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    09:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    10:14
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    10:39
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    11:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    12:14
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    13:12
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    14:14
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    15:14
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    16:13
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    17:15
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:42
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    18:15
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    19:17
    11 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    06:28
    Exeter Central
    Ilkeston
    Exeter Central to Ilkeston

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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 Unavailable

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 Exeter Central and Ilkeston

The travel time between Exeter Central and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter Central and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:20.

First class tickets on trains between Exeter Central and Ilkeston typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Exeter Central and Ilkeston. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Ilkeston, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Exeter Central & Ilkeston. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Ilkeston.

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