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Trains from Ilkeston (ILN) to Rainhill (RNH)

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17

train journeys
per day

68

miles (109 kms)

2hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ilkeston (ILN) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkeston and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkeston to Rainhill is approximately 68 miles (109 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 29 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkeston and Rainhill.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkeston to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Ilkeston to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    12:31
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    15:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:59
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    18:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    19:00
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    21:33
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    19:29
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    22:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:29
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    00:04
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    21:33
    8 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    23:30
    7 hrs 2 changes
    06:30
    Ilkeston
    Rainhill
    Ilkeston to Rainhill

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

About Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkeston and Rainhill

The travel time between Ilkeston and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkeston and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

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

Amenities on trains between Ilkeston and Rainhill 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 & Rainhill. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkeston and Rainhill.

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