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Trip Overview

The average train between Ilford and Margate takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ilford to Margate. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 54m
Duration
89 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Stratford International to Margatetrain train St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 1m
£44–88

Ilford to Margate train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Ilford and Margate. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Margate at 1:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 48m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 49m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 48m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 1m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 48m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 5m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 48m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 5m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h 4m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern2h • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 50m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Dockland Light Railway (DLR)Southeastern1h 58m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ilford to Margate? 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.

Map of how to get from Ilford to Margate.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 88.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Margate, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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