The average train between Plymouth and Ilford takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Ilford at 6:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Ilford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Plymouth to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Plymouth to Ilford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Plymouth and Ilford is 323.2 km. The road distance is 380 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m.