What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford is to train which takes 39 min and costs £9 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Ilford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southend Central and arriving at Barking. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Ilford is 28 miles. The road distance is 32 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £9 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford?

The train from Southend Central to Barking takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Ilford train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Ilford train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Ilford train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Ilford train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Barking station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Ilford is 32 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford?

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Southend-on-Sea to Ilford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Ilford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to Barkingtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
39 min
£9–25
Line 28 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Basildon to Barkingtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
1h 34m
£7–15
Drive 31.8 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Ilfordcar 31.8 mi
44 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend-on-Sea to Ilfordtaxi 31.8 mi
44 min
£75–95

Southend-on-Sea to Ilford by train

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Ilford, England?

c2c operates a train from Southend Central to Barking every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £9–20 and the journey takes 39 min. Greater Anglia also services this route 6 times a week.

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