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Ilkeston to Liverpool Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Ilkeston to Liverpool Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $17.50, with average prices for this route around $17.50.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
22:52 7 hours 53 minutes, Changes required Ilkeston	06:45 +1 Liverpool Central	Find Tickets
22:52 8 hours 22 minutes, Changes required Ilkeston	07:14 +1 Liverpool Central	Find Tickets
22:52 8 hours 23 minutes, Changes required Ilkeston	07:15 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Ilkeston to Liverpool Central Train Route Details

First train

10:31

Last train

22:52

Departure station

Ilkeston

Arrival station

Liverpool Central

Journey time

2 hours 48 minutes

Distance

122 km

Price

$17.50*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Liverpool Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ilkeston to Liverpool Central. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Liverpool Central, 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!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Ilkeston to Liverpool Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ilkeston to Liverpool Central 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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