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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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22

train journeys
per day

83

miles (134 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Royston and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Royston to Ilkeston is approximately 83 miles (134 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Ilkeston.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:57
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:30
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    06:07
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:30
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    06:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    07:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    08:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    09:06
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    10:07
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    11:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    11:37
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:19
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    12:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    13:07
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    14:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    15:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    16:07
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    17:07
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    18:07
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    18:37
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    22:20
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    19:07
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    20:16
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    21:07
    8 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    05:55
    Royston
    Ilkeston
    Royston to Ilkeston

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Royston and Ilkeston

The travel time between Royston 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 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Ilkeston. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Ilkeston.

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