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Cardiff Central to Ilkeston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Ilkeston, starting from TWD 1,279 and averaging TWD 1,279. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 44m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
20:45 9h 3m, Changes required Cardiff Central	05:48 +1 Ilkeston		Find Tickets
21:45 9h 56m, Changes required Cardiff Central	07:41 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Ilkeston Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

21:45

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Ilkeston

Journey time

3h 44m

Distance

211 km

Price

TWD 1,279*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Ilkeston

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central to Ilkeston during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central to Ilkeston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff Central to Ilkeston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Ilkeston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group 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.

Cardiff Central to Ilkeston 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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Cardiff Central to Ilkeston Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Ilkeston Train Route Details