The average train between Ilford and Rayleigh takes 55 min and the fastest train takes 44 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Ilford to Rayleigh. 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 Rayleigh. The earliest departure is at 12:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 8:21 PM which arrives into Rayleigh at 9:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 55 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

47 min • 1 change

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49 min • 1 change

49 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Rayleigh station via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.
Ilford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.
Ilford to Rayleigh train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Rayleigh station.
Book your Ilford to Rayleigh train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Ilford and Rayleigh is 37 km. The road distance is 41 km.
You can take a train from Ilford to Rayleigh via Shenfield in around 58 min.