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Ilkeston to London Charing Cross train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ilkeston to London Charing Cross? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £89.60, with average prices for this route around £89.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
10:46 2h 47m, No direct Ilkeston	13:33 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
11:45 2h 47m, No direct Ilkeston	14:32 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
12:45 2h 48m, No direct Ilkeston	15:33 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
13:01 3h 16m, No direct Ilkeston	16:17 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
13:45 2h 47m, No direct Ilkeston	16:32 London Charing Cross	Find Tickets
14:45 2h 49m, No direct Ilkeston	17:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Ilkeston to London Charing Cross train route details

First train

05:56

Last train

23:21

Departure station

Ilkeston

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

2h 42m

Distance

182 km

Price

£89.60*

Train Operators

Northern, LNER, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Ilkeston and London Charing Cross on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Ilkeston to London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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 London Charing Cross, 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%

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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Ilkeston to London Charing Cross train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Ilkeston to London Charing Cross train prices and times

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