The average train between Bedford and Ilford takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Bedford to Ilford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Bedford and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bedford is at 6:32 PM which arrives into Ilford at 8:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
1h 21m • 1 change
1h 42m • 1 change
1h 36m • 1 change
1h 25m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Ilford station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Bedford to Ilford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Ilford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Ilford station.
Book your Bedford to Ilford train tickets online with Thameslink and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Bedford and Ilford is 74 km. The road distance is 95 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Ilford via Farringdon and Farringdon Without in around 1h 32m.
