Arriving in Manchester Piccadilly
With a journey time as short as 1h 38m, you can reach Manchester Piccadilly from Ilkeston, with an average of 18 train per day.
Book cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Manchester Piccadilly
Finding cheap train tickets from Ilkeston to Manchester Piccadilly doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Ilkeston to Manchester Piccadilly. You can choose the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
How can you make your journey from Ilkeston to Manchester Piccadilly cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.
Traveling during off-peak hours
The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Ilkeston to Manchester Piccadilly usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.