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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Brightlingsea is to bus and line 87 bus which costs £9 - £15 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Brightlingsea is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Brightlingsea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford station to Brightlingsea. However, there are services departing from Brentwood station and arriving at Victoria Place via Bus Station and The George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ilford to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Ilford and Brightlingsea is 57 miles. The road distance is 56.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Brightlingsea without a car is to train and line 87 bus which takes 2h 24m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Ilford to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Brightlingsea bus from?

Ilford to Brightlingsea bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Brentwood station.

Where does the Ilford to Brightlingsea bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Brightlingsea is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ilford to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 914+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Ilford to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, and car

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

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Train, line 87 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
2h 24m
£27–45
Bus, line 87 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Stratford - Montfichet Road to Colchester Bus Interchange - Stand BAbus Uk007
2. Take the bus from The George to Victoria Placebus 87
4h 32m
£10–15
Drive 56 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Brightlingseacar 56 mi
1h 12m
£14–20
Line 351 bus, bus, line 87 bus
1. Take the bus from Brentwood station to Bus Stationbus 351
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
3. Take the bus from The George to Victoria Placebus 87
3h 58m
£14–25

Ilford to Brightlingsea by train and bus

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2h 24mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Ilford to Victoria Place via Brentwood, Brentwood station, Bus Station, High Street, and The George in around 3h 58m.

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