The average train between Bournemouth and Ilford takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. There is an hourly train service 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 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Ilford at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 52m • 2 changes

2h 31m • 2 changes

2h 44m • 2 changes

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2h 55m • 2 changes

2h 49m • 2 changes

2h 39m • 2 changes

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3h 18m • 2 changes

3h 16m • 2 changes

3h 15m • 2 changesWant 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 London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Bournemouth to Ilford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Bournemouth to Ilford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
Book your Bournemouth to Ilford train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Bournemouth and Ilford is 164.9 km. The road distance is 192 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 1h 52m.