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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Ilford is to line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Ilford is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham station to Ilford station. However, there are services departing from Waterfront Bus Station and arriving at Ilford Station via Bus Station and North Woolwich Free Ferry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Ilford via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Gillingham to Ilford?

The distance between Gillingham and Ilford is 33 miles. The road distance is 31.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Gillingham to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Ilford bus from?

Gillingham to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterfront Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Ilford train from?

Gillingham to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Ilford?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Ilford is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus and bus, which costs £3 - £9 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Gillingham to Ilford bus arrive?

Gillingham to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gillingham to Ilford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gillingham to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Ilford is 31 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Gillingham to Ilford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Gillingham to Ilford - 6 ways to travel via train, line 700 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
55 min
£18–38
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Thomas Streetbus 96
3. Take the bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Ilford Stationbus Sl2
2h 46m
£4–9
Drive 30.9 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Ilfordcar 30.9 mi
42 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Ilfordtaxi 30.9 mi
42 min
£75–95
Train via Farringdon
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Farringdontrain Rainham / ...
1h 57m
£24–47
Train, line 147 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Woolwich Arsenaltrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus 147
2h 4m
£16–64

Gillingham to Ilford by train

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Distance: 33.1 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford International hourly. Tickets cost £15–30 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterfront Bus Station to Ilford Station via Bus Station, Thomas Street, and North Woolwich Free Ferry in around 2h 46m.

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