The average train between Peterborough and Ilford takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Peterborough 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 every 30 minutes between Peterborough and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 3:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Ilford at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 57m • 2 changes


1h 45m • 2 changes


1h 38m • 2 changes


1h 24m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Ilford station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.
Peterborough to Ilford train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Ilford train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Ilford station.
Book your Peterborough to Ilford train tickets online with Thameslink, London Underground (Tube) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Peterborough and Ilford is 115 km. The road distance is 138 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Ilford via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Moorgate station, and Liverpool Street Station in around 1h 17m.