What is the cheapest way to get from Ilford to Herne Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Herne Bay is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilford to Herne Bay?

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Herne Bay is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Ilford / Chapel Road and arriving at Library via Woolwich Dockyard, Lewisham Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Herne Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Herne Bay. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Herne Bay via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Ilford to Herne Bay?

The distance between Ilford and Herne Bay is 60 miles. The road distance is 61.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ilford to Herne Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Ilford to Herne Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Ilford to Herne Bay?

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

Where do I catch the Ilford to Herne Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilford to Herne Bay train from?

Ilford to Herne Bay train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Stratford International station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Herne Bay?

The best way to get from Ilford to Herne Bay is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 380 bus and line 600 bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Ilford to Herne Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilford to Herne Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Herne Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Herne Bay is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Ilford to Herne Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Ilford to Herne Bay?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford International to Herne Baytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 24m
£32–68
Drive 61.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilford to Herne Baycar 61.4 mi
1h 10m
£15–22
Bus, line 380 bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to North Woolwich Free Ferrybus Sl2
2. Take the bus from Woolwich Dockyard to Lewisham Stationbus 380
3. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Librarybus 600 / ...
4h 20m
£18–36
Train via Gillingham
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Herne Baytrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 15m
£37–76

Ilford to Herne Bay by train

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Distance: 59.8 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Herne Bay, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Stratford International to Herne Bay hourly. Tickets cost £29–60 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to Library via North Woolwich Free Ferry, Woolwich Dockyard, Lewisham Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 20m.

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