The average train between Ilford (Station) and Southend-on-Sea takes 1h and the fastest train takes 57 min. There is an hourly train service from Ilford (Station) to Southend-on-Sea. 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 Ilford (Station) and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford (Station) is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 11:12 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilford (Station) to Southend-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Ilford (Station) station and arriving at Southend-on-Sea station via Southend Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.
Ilford (Station) to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Romford station.
Ilford (Station) to Southend-on-Sea train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Southend Victoria station.
Book your Ilford (Station) to Southend-on-Sea train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Ilford (Station) and Southend-on-Sea is 44.6 km. The road distance is 55 km.
Greater Anglia operates a train from Romford to Southend Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 46 min.