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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Ilkeston is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Ilkeston is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Ilkeston?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Ilkeston. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Exeter to Ilkeston?

The distance between Exeter and Ilkeston is 214 miles. The road distance is 211.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Ilkeston without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Exeter to Ilkeston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Ilkeston bus from?

Exeter to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Exeter to Ilkeston is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Exeter to Ilkeston bus arrive?

Exeter to Ilkeston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Ilkeston?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Ilkeston is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Exeter to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 1914+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Exeter to Ilkeston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Ilkeston by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to DerbyPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
3h 39m
£73–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Station104 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
6h 55m
£25–62
Drive 209.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Ilkeston209.9 mi
3h 26m
£53–76
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Derby
5h 3m
£102–362

Exeter to Ilkeston by train and bus

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3h 39mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–180 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 6h 55m.

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