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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Plumstead is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Plumstead is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Ilford / Chapel Road and arriving at Plumstead Common / The Ship via Hare Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Plumstead station. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station via Stratford DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Ilford to Plumstead?

The distance between Ilford and Plumstead is 9 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Ilford to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Plumstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilford to Plumstead train from?

Ilford to Plumstead train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Ilford to Plumstead is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 51 bus, which costs £2 - £14 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Ilford to Plumstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilford to Plumstead train arrive?

Ilford to Plumstead train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Stratford station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Plumstead is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Ilford to Plumstead.

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

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Where can I stay near Plumstead?

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Ilford to Plumstead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 51 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to Stratfordtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
34 min
£5–8
Bus, line 51 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to North Woolwich Free Ferrybus Sl2
2. Take the bus from Hare Street to Plumstead Common / The Shipbus 51
53 min
£3–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ilford to Plumsteadtaxi 12.4 mi
22 min
£30–40
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Plumsteadcar 12.4 mi
22 min
£4–5
Bus, line 51 bus via Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal
1. Take the bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to North Woolwich Free Ferrybus Sl2
2. Take the bus from Hare Street to Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenalbus 51 / ...
3. Take the bus from Vincent Road /Woolwich Arsenal to Heavitree Roadbus 53 / ...
53 min
£4–15
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 Plumsteadtrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
1h 55m
£6–10

Ilford to Plumstead by bus and train

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Distance: 8.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Ilford, England and Plumstead, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Ilford to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station via Stratford and Stratford DLR Station in around 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ilford / Chapel Road to Plumstead Common / The Ship via North Woolwich Free Ferry and Hare Street in around 53 min.

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