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

The cheapest way to get from Brightlingsea to Ilford is to drive which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brightlingsea to Ilford is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Brightlingsea and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Brightlingsea to Ilford station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Place and arriving at Brentwood station via Crouch Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Brightlingsea to Ilford?

The distance between Brightlingsea and Ilford is 57 miles. The road distance is 57.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brightlingsea to Ilford without a car is to line 87 bus and train which takes 2h 17m and costs £26 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Brightlingsea to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brightlingsea to Ilford bus from?

Brightlingsea to Ilford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Place station.

Where does the Brightlingsea to Ilford bus arrive?

Brightlingsea to Ilford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Head Street station.

Can I drive from Brightlingsea to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Brightlingsea to Ilford is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Brightlingsea to Ilford.

Where can I stay near Ilford?

There are 20521+ hotels available in Ilford.

Brightlingsea to Ilford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brightlingsea to Ilford by bus, train, or car

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Line 87 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Place to Groves Closebus 87
2. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Ilfordtrain
2h 17m
£26–49
Line 87 bus, line 371 bus, line 351 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Place to Head Streetbus 87
2. Take the bus from Crouch Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Brentwood stationbus 351
3h 54m
£13–25
Drive 57 mi
1. Drive from Brightlingsea to Ilfordcar 57 mi
1h 10m
£14–21
Line 87 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Place to Osborne Streetbus 87
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
4h 4m
£15–38

Brightlingsea to Ilford by bus and train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Place to Ilford via Head Street, Crouch Street, Bus Station, Brentwood station, and Brentwood in around 3h 54m.

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