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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Ilford is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Ilford is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £35 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ilford / Chapel Road via Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway and St. Paul's Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Ilford via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Ilford?

The distance between Canterbury and Ilford is 69 miles. The road distance is 58.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Canterbury to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Ilford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Ilford train from?

Canterbury to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Ilford?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Ilford is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Canterbury to Ilford bus arrive?

Canterbury to Ilford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Canterbury to Ilford train arrive?

Canterbury to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Ilford is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Canterbury to Ilford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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There are 3 ways to get from Canterbury to Ilford by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
1h 5m
£37–73
Drive 57.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury to Ilfordcar 57.8 mi
1h 7m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Paul's Station to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus N25
3h 21m
£16–33

Canterbury to Ilford by train

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Distance: 68.3 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

Southeastern operates a train from Canterbury West to Stratford International hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ilford / Chapel Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway, and St. Paul's Station in around 3h 21m.

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