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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Ilford is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Ilford is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Ilford / Chapel Road via Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA and Stratford Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Ilford via Manningtree and Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Harwich to Ilford?

The distance between Harwich and Ilford is 70 miles. The road distance is 67 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Harwich to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Ilford bus from?

Harwich to Ilford bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Ilford train from?

Harwich to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Harwich Town station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Ilford?

The best way to get from Harwich to Ilford is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Harwich to Ilford bus arrive?

Harwich to Ilford bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Where does the Harwich to Ilford train arrive?

Harwich to Ilford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Manningtree station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Ilford is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Harwich to Ilford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Harwich to Ilford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harwich Town to Manningtreetrain Harwich Town - Manningtree / ...
2. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 41m
£33–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA to London Stratford - Montfichet Roadbus Uk007
4h 55m
£13–19
Drive 66.6 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Ilfordcar 66.6 mi
1h 20m
£17–25
Train via Shenfield
1. Take the train from Harwich Town to Manningtreetrain
2. Take the train from Manningtree to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Ilfordtrain
2h 17m
£32–56
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Railway Stationbus 3
2. Take the train from Thorpe-le-Soken to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Ilfordtrain
2h 31m
£33–58

Harwich to Ilford by train

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Ilford via Manningtree and Stratford in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Ilford / Chapel Road via Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BA, London Stratford - Montfichet Road, and Stratford Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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