The average train between Ilford and Essex takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is a train service every few hours from Ilford to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 1:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 8:35 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Essex. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Essex station via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.
Ilford to Essex train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.
Ilford to Essex train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Ilford to Essex train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Ilford and Essex is 46.7 km. The road distance is 55 km.
You can take a train from Ilford to White Notley via Shenfield in around 1h 49m.