Portsmouth to Ilford by train
| First train | 05:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:28 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Ilford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 48m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (115 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | London Overground, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Travelling from Portsmouth to Ilford by train
Looking to travel from Portsmouth to Ilford by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 53 minutes to travel from Portsmouth to Ilford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 48 minutes though. You'll usually find 9 trains per day running along the 72 miles (115 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Ilford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to get to Ilford. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Portsmouth to Ilford in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Portsmouth to Ilford
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