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

The cheapest way to get from Deptford to Ilford is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Deptford to Ilford is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Deptford and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Deptford to Ilford station. However, there are services departing from Deptford Bridge and arriving at Ilford Station via North Woolwich Free Ferry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Deptford and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Deptford station to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Deptford Bridge DLR Station and arriving at Barking via Limehouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Deptford to Ilford?

The distance between Deptford and Ilford is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Deptford to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Deptford to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Deptford to Ilford bus from?

Deptford to Ilford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Deptford Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Deptford to Ilford train from?

Deptford to Ilford train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Deptford Bridge DLR Station.

Train or bus from Deptford to Ilford?

The best way to get from Deptford to Ilford is to train which takes 33 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 177 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Deptford to Ilford bus arrive?

Deptford to Ilford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Thomas Street station.

Where does the Deptford to Ilford train arrive?

Deptford to Ilford train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Limehouse DLR Station.

Can I drive from Deptford to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Deptford to Ilford is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Deptford to Ilford.

Where can I stay near Ilford?

There are 19792+ hotels available in Ilford.

Deptford to Ilford - 6 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Deptford to Ilford by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deptford Bridge DLR Station to Limehouse DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Limehouse to Barkingtrain London Fenchurch Street - Shoeburyness / ...
33 min
£4–7
Drive 10.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Deptford to Ilfordcar 10.6 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Malpas Road to Moorgate Stationbus 21
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Ilfordtrain Elizabeth
1h 4m
£7–46
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Deptford to Ilfordtaxi 10.6 mi
20 min
£28–35
Line 177 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Deptford Bridge to Thomas Streetbus 177
2. Take the bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Ilford Stationbus Sl2
1h 29m
£3–5
Train, line 25 bus
1. Take the train from Deptford Bridge DLR Station to Bank DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the bus from Bank Station / Cornhill to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus 25 / ...
1h 35m
£4–5

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Deptford, Greater London, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Deptford Bridge DLR Station to Barking via Limehouse in around 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Deptford Bridge to Ilford Station via Thomas Street and North Woolwich Free Ferry in around 1h 29m.

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