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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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20

train journeys
per day

121

miles (194 kms)

3hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

00:37 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Ilkeston is approximately 121 miles (194 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Ilkeston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    00:37
    8 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:00
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:26
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:39
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:08
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:08
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:06
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:06
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    15:59
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:07
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:07
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:38
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    18:59
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:41
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:08
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:39
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    21:33
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:42
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:41
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    22:39
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:01
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:41
    9 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    06:28
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:43
    9 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    08:29
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:40
    9 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    Ipswich
    Ilkeston
    Ipswich to Ilkeston

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Available
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 Ipswich and Ilkeston

The travel time between Ipswich and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich 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 Ipswich & Ilkeston. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Ilkeston.

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