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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Ilford is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Ilford is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Ilford / Chapel Road via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Stratford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Ilford. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Ilford via Shenfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Essex to Ilford?

The distance between Essex and Ilford is 34 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £19 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Essex to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Ilford bus from?

Essex to Ilford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Ilford train from?

Essex to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Ilford?

The best way to get from Essex to Ilford is to train which takes 58 min and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 25 bus, which costs £12 - £26 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Essex to Ilford bus arrive?

Essex to Ilford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Essex to Ilford train arrive?

Essex to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Shenfield station.

Can I drive from Essex to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Ilford is 36 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Essex to Ilford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Essex to Ilford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 25 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Shenfieldtrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Ilfordtrain Elizabeth / ...
58 min
£19–37
Drive 35.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Essex to Ilfordcar 35.8 mi
45 min
£9–13
Bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Coach Stationbus X20
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Stratford City Bus Stationbus A9
3. Take the bus from Stratford Bus Station to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus 25
2h 22m
£13–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essex to Ilfordtaxi 35.8 mi
45 min
£85–110

Essex to Ilford by train

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Distance: 34.2 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Ilford via Shenfield in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Ilford / Chapel Road via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, Stratford City Bus Station, and Stratford Bus Station in around 2h 22m.

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