The average train between Ilford and Erith takes 56 min and the fastest train takes 51 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Ilford to Erith. 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 20 minutes between Ilford and Erith. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Erith at 5:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 56 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


56 min • 2 changes

56 min • 2 changes

54 min • 2 changes

59 min • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilford to Erith? 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 Erith. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Erith station via Erith. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.
Ilford to Erith train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Woolwich Arsenal station.
Ilford to Erith train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Erith station.
Book your Ilford to Erith train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Ilford and Erith is 11 km. The road distance is 52 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Woolwich Arsenal to Erith every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 1h 21m.