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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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28

train journeys
per day

64

miles (104 kms)

3hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Ilkeston is approximately 64 miles (104 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 10 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Ilkeston.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 27th May
    00:02
    8 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    08:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    00:07
    8 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    08:49
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    06:08
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    07:02
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:15
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    07:59
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    08:11
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    09:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    09:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    10:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    10:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    11:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    11:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    12:09
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:19
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    13:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    13:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    14:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    14:09
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:44
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    15:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    15:09
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    18:45
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    16:02
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    Runcorn
    Ilkeston
    Runcorn to Ilkeston

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
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 Runcorn and Ilkeston

The travel time between Runcorn and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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

Amenities on trains between Runcorn 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 Runcorn & Ilkeston. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Ilkeston.

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