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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Erith is to bus and line 180 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Erith is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Erith?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Erith. However, there are services departing from Ilford / Chapel Road and arriving at Walnut Tree Road via Thomas Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Erith?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Erith. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Erith via Stratford DLR Station and Woolwich Arsenal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Ilford to Erith?

The distance between Ilford and Erith is 19 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Erith without a car is to train and bus which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Ilford to Erith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Erith bus from?

Ilford to Erith bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Ilford / Chapel Road station.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Erith train from?

Ilford to Erith train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Woolwich Arsenal station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Erith?

The best way to get from Ilford to Erith is to bus and line 99 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs £2 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Ilford to Erith bus arrive?

Ilford to Erith bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at North Woolwich Free Ferry station.

Where does the Ilford to Erith train arrive?

Ilford to Erith train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Erith station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Erith?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Erith is 17 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ilford to Erith.

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

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Ilford to Erith - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, line 99 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ilford to Erith by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to Whitechapel Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Whitechapel Station to Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the bus from Harrow Manorway / Abbey Wood Station to Winifred Road / The Shipbus 229
53 min
£13–39
Bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to North Woolwich Free Ferrybus Sl2
2. Take the bus from Thomas Street to Walnut Tree Roadbus 99
1h 11m
£3–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilford to Erithtaxi 16.9 mi
29 min
£40–55
Drive 16.9 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Erithcar 16.9 mi
29 min
£5–7
Bus, line 180 bus
1. Take the bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to North Woolwich Free Ferrybus Sl2
2. Take the bus from Thomas Street to Winifred Road / The Shipbus 180
1h 18m
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Erithtrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
2h 1m
£17–30
Line 25 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ilford Broadway to Bank Station / Cornhillbus 25 / ...
2. Take the train from London Cannon Street to Erithtrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
2h 18m
£10–16

Ilford to Erith by train and bus

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to Walnut Tree Road via North Woolwich Free Ferry and Thomas Street in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Woolwich Arsenal to Erith every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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