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Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston, starting from KWD 5.020 and averaging KWD 5.480. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 25m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:18
Liverpool Lime Street
08:22
Ilkeston
8h 4m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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06:49
Liverpool Lime Street
09:44
Ilkeston
2h 55m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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07:48
Liverpool Lime Street
10:15
Ilkeston
2h 27m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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08:51
Liverpool Lime Street
11:44
Ilkeston
2h 53m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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09:51
Liverpool Lime Street
12:44
Ilkeston
2h 53m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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10:51
Liverpool Lime Street
13:44
Paris
2h 53m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:18
Last train
Last train
23:36
Departure station
Departure station
Liverpool Lime Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ilkeston
Journey time
Journey time
2h 25m
Distance
Distance
76 miles
Price
Price
KWD 5.020*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Liverpool Lime Street to Ilkeston Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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