The average train between Ilford and Chatham takes 1h and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ilford to Chatham. 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 Ilford and Chatham. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Chatham at 12:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 1h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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59 min • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilford to Chatham? 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 Ilford to Chatham. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Chatham station via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.
Ilford to Chatham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.
Ilford to Chatham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Chatham station.
Book your Ilford to Chatham train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Ilford and Chatham is 37.4 km. The road distance is 51 km.
You can take a train from Ilford to Chatham via Stratford, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 12m.