The average train between Ilford and Dover takes 1h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Ilford to Dover. 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 and Dover. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Dover at 12:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 1h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Dover. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Dover station via Dover Priory. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.
Ilford to Dover train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Stratford International station.
Ilford to Dover train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Dover Priory station.
Book your Ilford to Dover train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Ilford and Dover is 98.7 km. The road distance is 121 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Dover Priory hourly. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 58 min.