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Ilkeston to Liverpool Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Ilkeston to Liverpool? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £57.60, with average prices for this route around £57.60.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:29
Ilkeston
09:29
Liverpool Lime Street
3h, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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08:00
Ilkeston
10:29
Liverpool Lime Street
2h 29m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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08:30
Ilkeston
11:29
Liverpool Lime Street
2h 59m, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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09:31
Ilkeston
12:29
Liverpool Lime Street
2h 58m, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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10:30
Ilkeston
13:29
Liverpool Lime Street
2h 59m, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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11:30
Ilkeston
14:29
Paris
2h 59m, Changes requiredNorthernEast Midlands Railway
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Ilkeston to Liverpool Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:29
Last train
Last train
23:21
Departure station
Departure station
Ilkeston
Arrival station
Arrival station
Liverpool
Journey time
Journey time
2h 28m
Distance
Distance
77 miles
Price
Price
£57.60*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Liverpool

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 Ilkeston to Liverpool. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkeston to Liverpool for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Ilkeston to Liverpool, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
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 Ilkeston to Liverpool more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ilkeston to Liverpool train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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