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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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23

train journeys
per day

118

miles (191 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Ilkeston is approximately 118 miles (191 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Ilkeston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:30
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:58
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    13:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    14:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:58
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:39
    3 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:59
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    16:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:28
    3 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    17:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:28
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    19:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:58
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:58
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:58
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    22:20
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:28
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    22:39
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:58
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    23:14
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    23:30
    Forest Hill
    Ilkeston
    Forest Hill to Ilkeston

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Forest Hill and Ilkeston

The travel time between Forest Hill and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

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Amenities on trains between Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill & Ilkeston. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Ilkeston.

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