The average train between Chatham and Ilford takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Chatham 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 30 minutes between Chatham and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 4:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Chatham is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Ilford at 12:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Ilford station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Chatham to Ilford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Chatham station.
Chatham to Ilford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.
Book your Chatham to Ilford train tickets online with Thameslink and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Chatham and Ilford is 37.4 km. The road distance is 66 km.
Thameslink operates a train from Chatham to Farringdon hourly. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 1h 28m.