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Bournemouth to Ilford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bournemouth and Ilford takes 2h 34m 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.

2h 34m
Duration
123 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bournemouth to Ilford train times

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 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 38m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 28m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 44m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Elizabeth Line (TfL)2h 43m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Bournemouth to Ilford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 122.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ilford via Reading and London Paddington in around 2h 25m.

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