The average train between Waltham Cross and Ilford takes 38 min and the fastest train takes 37 min. There is a train service every few hours from Waltham Cross 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 Waltham Cross and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Waltham Cross is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Ilford at 11:20 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 38 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

43 min • 1 change

39 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

39 min • 1 change

41 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Waltham Cross 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 Waltham Cross to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Waltham Cross station and arriving at Ilford station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.
Waltham Cross to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Waltham Cross station.
Waltham Cross to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ilford station.
Book your Waltham Cross to Ilford train tickets online with Greater Anglia and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Waltham Cross and Ilford is 15.9 km. The road distance is 23 km.
You can take a train from Waltham Cross to Ilford via Stratford in around 37 min.