The average train between Bristol and Ilford takes 2h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol 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 Bristol and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Ilford at 6:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Ilford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.
Bristol to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ilford station.
Book your Bristol to Ilford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Bristol and Ilford is 185 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Ilford via London Paddington in around 2h 12m.