The average train between Margate and Ilford takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is an hourly train service from Margate to Ilford. 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 Margate and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Ilford at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Margate to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Ilford station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
Margate to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.
Book your Margate to Ilford train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Margate and Ilford is 93.2 km. The road distance is 143 km.
Southeastern operates a train from Margate to Stratford International hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 20m.