The average train between Ilford and Northfleet takes 37 min and the fastest train takes 29 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Ilford to Northfleet. 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 Northfleet. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 6:33 PM which arrives into Northfleet at 7:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 37 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


42 min • 2 changes


35 min • 2 changes


38 min • 2 changes


39 min • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Northfleet. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Northfleet station via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.
Ilford to Northfleet train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.
Ilford to Northfleet train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Ebbsfleet International station.
Book your Ilford to Northfleet train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Southeastern.
The distance between Ilford and Northfleet is 21.6 km. The road distance is 34 km.
You can take a train from Ilford to Ebbsfleet International via Stratford, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 36 min.