Trains from Ilkeston to Manchester from $9.30*

Arriving in Manchester

Every day, up to 27 train depart from Ilkeston and arrive in Manchester, with the shortest journey taking 1h 34m minutes.

Book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Manchester

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Manchester. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Ilkeston to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Ilkeston to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.