The average bus between Watford and Ilford (Station) takes 3h 28m and the fastest bus takes 2h 41m. The bus service runs several times per day from Watford to Ilford (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Watford and Ilford (Station). The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Ilford (Station) at 2:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Stanmore Station and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 55m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford to Ilford (Station)? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Ilford (Station). However, there are services departing from Stanmore Station and arriving at Ilford / Chapel Road station via New Oxford Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Watford to Ilford (Station) bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Stanmore Station.
Watford to Ilford (Station) bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Ilford / Chapel Road station.
The distance between Watford and Ilford (Station) is 33.9 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a bus from Beechen Grove to Ilford / Chapel Road via Stanmore Station and New Oxford Street in around 3h 3m.