What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Ilford is to bus which costs £1 - £22 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Ilford is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Docks and Ilford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Woolwich Free Ferry and arriving at Barking Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

Is there a direct train between Royal Docks and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Docks to Ilford. However, there are services departing from London City Airport and arriving at Ilford via Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Royal Docks to Ilford?

The distance between Royal Docks and Ilford is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Docks to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Docks to Ilford without a car is to bus which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Royal Docks to Ilford?

The bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Barking Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Ilford bus from?

Royal Docks to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from North Woolwich Free Ferry station.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Ilford train from?

Royal Docks to Ilford train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from London City Airport station.

Train or bus from Royal Docks to Ilford?

The best way to get from Royal Docks to Ilford is to bus which takes 17 min and costs £1 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Royal Docks to Ilford bus arrive?

Royal Docks to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Barking Station.

Where does the Royal Docks to Ilford train arrive?

Royal Docks to Ilford train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford DLR Station.

Where can I stay near Ilford?

There are 20483+ hotels available in Ilford.

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There are 4 ways to get from Royal Docks to Ilford by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Barking Stationbus Sl2
17 min
£1–22
Train
1. Take the train from London City Airport to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Stratford to Ilfordtrain Elizabeth / ...
29 min
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Docks to Ilfordtaxi 5.8 mi
11 min
£35–45
Walk
1. Take the foot from Royal Docks to Ilfordwalk 5.6 mi
1h 47m

Royal Docks to Ilford by bus

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Distance: 3.9 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Royal Docks, England and Ilford, England?

Arriva UK operates a bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Barking Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 17 min. Go Ahead London also services this route every 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a train from London City Airport to Ilford via Stratford DLR Station and Stratford in around 29 min.

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