The average train between Bournemouth and Ilford takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth 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 hourly between Bournemouth and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Ilford at 10:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth to Ilford? 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 train from Bournemouth to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth station and arriving at Ilford station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Bournemouth to Ilford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Ilford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Bournemouth to Ilford train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Bournemouth and Ilford is 164.9 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ilford via Reading and London Paddington in around 2h 40m.