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 £24 - £45 and takes 8h 9m.

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 29m and costs £50 - £75.

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 7h 25m.

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 47m and costs £110 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m 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, bus or fly from Exeter to Ilkeston?

The best way to get from Exeter to Ilkeston is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £290 and takes 6h 9m.

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 29m to drive from Exeter to Ilkeston.

Where can I stay near Ilkeston?

There are 2021+ hotels available in Ilkeston.

Exeter to Ilkeston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 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 Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 47m
£111–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
8h 9m
£25–43
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 134 / ...
7h 25m
£41–97
Drive 209.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Ilkestoncar 209.9 mi
3h 29m
£52–74
Fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane EXT - EMA
6h 9m
£73–290
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain
4h 56m
£103–311

Exeter to Ilkeston by train and bus

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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