The average train between Watford Junction and Ilford takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 48 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Ilford at 12:50 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


48 min • 2 changes

57 min • 2 changes

56 min • 2 changes

57 min • 2 changes

58 min • 2 changes

1h 1m • 2 changes

1h 32m • 2 changes

1h 2m • 2 changes

1h 8m • 2 changes

1h 31m • 2 changes

59 min • 2 changes

56 min • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Ilford station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.
Watford Junction to Ilford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford Junction to Ilford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ilford station.
Book your Watford Junction to Ilford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Watford Junction and Ilford is 34.3 km. The road distance is 45 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Ilford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and Liverpool Street Station in around 53 min.