The average train between Ilford and Margate takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is an hourly train service 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.
Trains run hourly 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.


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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Margate. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Margate station via Margate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.
Ilford to Margate train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Stratford International station.
Ilford to Margate train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Margate station.
Book your Ilford to Margate train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Ilford and Margate is 93.2 km. The road distance is 143 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Margate hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 21m.