What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilford is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilford is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Barking Town Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Ilford via Reading and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Ilford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Ilford is 124 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Ilford?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Bournemouth to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ilford bus from?

Bournemouth to Ilford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ilford train from?

Bournemouth to Ilford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Ilford?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ilford is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £120 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ilford bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Ilford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ilford train arrive?

Bournemouth to Ilford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Ilford is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Bournemouth to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Ilford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Ilford?

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Bournemouth to Ilford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 147 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Ilford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2h 40m
£65–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Barking Town Centrebus N15
4h 45m
£21–114
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Ilfordtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
3h 54m
£29–59
Drive 115.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Ilfordcar 115.8 mi
2h 28m
£29–41
Train, line 147 bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus 147
3h 1m
£50–155

Bournemouth to Ilford by train

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Ilford via Reading and London Paddington in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Barking Town Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Charing Cross in around 4h 45m.

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