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Trains from Ilkeston (ILN) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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28

train journeys
per day

63

miles (102 kms)

2hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Ilkeston (ILN) to Shrewsbury (SHR)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkeston to Shrewsbury is approximately 63 miles (102 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkeston to Shrewsbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Ilkeston to Shrewsbury Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:00
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:29
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:41
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:29
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    12:29
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    2 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    15:43
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:43
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:29
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:22
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    15:59
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    18:49
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:29
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    19:22
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    16:45
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:43
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury
  • Mon 6th May
    17:29
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:22
    Ilkeston
    Shrewsbury
    Ilkeston to Shrewsbury

About Ilkeston Station

Station name Ilkeston (ILN)
Address Ilkeston station, Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury

The travel time between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

First class tickets on trains between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ilkeston & Shrewsbury. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ilkeston and Shrewsbury, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.