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Trip Overview

The average bus between Ilford and Swanley takes 1h 49m and the fastest bus takes 1h 10m. The bus runs at least 2 times per hour from Ilford to Swanley. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 49m
Duration
18 mi
Distance
£67
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Ilford to Swanley bus times

Buses run every 30 minutes between Ilford and Swanley. The earliest departure is at 12:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Swanley at 1:03 AM. All services require a transfer at North Woolwich Free Ferry and take an average of 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London1h 47m • 2 changes
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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London1h 56m • 2 changes
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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London5h 40m • 2 changes
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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London1h 23m • 2 changes
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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London1h 28m • 2 changes
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    Arriva UKGo Ahead LondonGo Ahead London1h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilford to Swanley? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 17.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Swanley, Kent, England?

You can take a bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to Bartholomew Way Asda via North Woolwich Free Ferry, Hare Street, and Sidcup Station in around 1h 53m.

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