CrossCountry
East Midlands Railway
Trains to Ilkeston from Cheltenham Spa
| First train | 09:11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:59 | |
| Departure station | Cheltenham Spa | |
| Arrival station | Ilkeston | |
| Journey time | From 2h 27m | |
| Distance | 82 miles (132 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Ilkeston by train
If you're planning to travel from Cheltenham Spa to Ilkeston, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Cheltenham Spa to Ilkeston takes around 3 hours 41 minutes. There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Cheltenham Spa to Ilkeston.
You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Ilkeston, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry.
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4. Travel Off-Peak
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5. Consider a Season Ticket
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