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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Ilford is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Ilford is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £100 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Ilford station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Ilford Station via Gillham Terrace and Tottenham Hale Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Ilford via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Ilford?

The distance between Plymouth and Ilford is 237 miles. The road distance is 226.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Plymouth to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Ilford bus from?

Plymouth to Ilford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Ilford train from?

Plymouth to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Ilford?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Ilford is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Plymouth to Ilford bus arrive?

Plymouth to Ilford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium station.

Where does the Plymouth to Ilford train arrive?

Plymouth to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Ilford is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Plymouth to Ilford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Plymouth to Ilford?

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Plymouth to Ilford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h 47m
£109–205
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn49
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Ilfordtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
6h 40m
£45–85
Drive 224.8 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Ilfordcar 224.8 mi
4h 25m
£55–79
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EXT - LCY
6h 34m
£249–504
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Tottenham Hotspur Stadiumbus N06
6h 58m
£57–175
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EXT - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
7h 4m
£130–256
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EXT - LHR
3. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Ilfordtrain
7h 8m
£203–446

Plymouth to Ilford by train

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Distance: 235.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Plymouth to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 6 times a week. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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