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London Waterloo East to Ilford by train
| First train | 23:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:21 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo East | |
| Arrival station | Ilford | |
| Journey time | From 58m | |
| Distance | 9 miles (14 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from London Waterloo East to Ilford in 58 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Waterloo East to Ilford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour to travel the 9 miles (14 km) from London Waterloo East to Ilford by train, although you can get there in as little as 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Southeastern or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from London Waterloo East to Ilford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ilford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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