The average train between Skegness and Ilford takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Skegness 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 Skegness and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skegness is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Ilford at 12:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Skegness to Ilford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Skegness station and arriving at Ilford station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Skegness to Ilford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.
Skegness to Ilford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Skegness to Ilford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Skegness and Ilford is 177.2 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Skegness to Ilford via Grantham, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Moorgate station, and Liverpool Street Station in around 3h 19m.