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Outbound fromIlkeston to Chester by train
It takes an average of 3h 40m to travel from Ilkeston to Chester by train, over a distance of around 67 miles (109 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Ilkeston to Chester and tickets for this journey start from £45.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Ilkeston | |
| Arrival station | Chester | |
| Journey time | From 2h 28m | |
| Distance | 67 miles (109 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £45.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Ilkeston to Chester by train
Looking to travel from Ilkeston to Chester by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 40 minutes to travel from Ilkeston to Chester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 23 trains per day running along the 67 miles (109 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Chester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to get to Chester. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Ilkeston to Chester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £45.30.
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Cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Chester
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Ilkeston to Chester is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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