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Trains from South Merton (SMO) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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21

train journeys
per day

118

miles (190 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from South Merton (SMO) to Ilkeston (ILN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between South Merton and Ilkeston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from South Merton to Ilkeston is approximately 118 miles (190 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between South Merton and Ilkeston.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being South Merton to Ilkeston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from South Merton to Ilkeston Today

  • Mon 27th May
    06:01
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:30
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    07:01
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    08:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    09:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    10:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    11:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    12:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    13:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    14:31
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    15:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    15:31
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:59
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    16:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    17:01
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    20:29
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    18:01
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:33
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    18:31
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    22:20
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    19:31
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    22:39
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    20:31
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    21:01
    8 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    05:55
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    22:01
    8 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    06:28
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston
  • Mon 27th May
    22:31
    8 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    07:30
    South Merton
    Ilkeston
    South Merton to Ilkeston

About South Merton Station

Station name South Merton (SMO)
Address South Merton station, Martin Way, Merton, London, SW20 9JT
Managed by TL

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 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 South Merton and Ilkeston

The travel time between South Merton and Ilkeston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between South Merton and Ilkeston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

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Amenities on trains between South Merton 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 South Merton & Ilkeston. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between South Merton and Ilkeston.

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