What is the cheapest way to get from Coventry to Ilkeston?

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Coventry to Ilkeston?

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Coventry University and arriving at Market Place via Asda and Burton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Coventry to Ilkeston?

The distance between Coventry and Ilkeston is 70 miles. The road distance is 49.5 miles.

How do I travel from Coventry to Ilkeston without a car?

The best way to get from Coventry to Ilkeston without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 49m and costs £17 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Coventry to Ilkeston?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Coventry to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Ilkeston bus from?

Coventry to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Arriva Midlands, depart from Coventry University station.

Where does the Coventry to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Coventry to Ilkeston bus services, operated by Arriva Midlands, arrive at M&S station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Ilkeston is 49 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Coventry to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 1912+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Coventry to Ilkeston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Coventry to Ilkeston by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The SpinneyIf
1h 49m
£17–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coventry University to M&SX6
2. Take the bus from Asda to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Burton Street to Market PlaceTwo
3h
£7–12
Drive 49.2 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Ilkeston49.2 mi
55 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Coventry to Ilkeston49.2 mi
55 min
£100–130
Bus, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Station148
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach ParkSky
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to Market Place15
5h 1m
£11–13

Coventry to Ilkeston by train and bus

374Weekly Services

1h 49mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69.2 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Ilkeston, England?

You can take a bus from Coventry University to Market Place via M&S, Asda, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Burton Street in around 3h.

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