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Compare train and bus for Ilford to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$11 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The cheapest way to travel from Ilford to London is a train with an average price of $11.
The fastest way to travel from Ilford to London is by train with an average journey time of 18m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ilford and London including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ilford to London among Omio's users.
Ilford to London Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 12:17AM | Arrival Time 01:12AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 12:34AM | Arrival Time 01:28AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 12:43AM | Arrival Time 01:36AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 01:41AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 12:51AM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 12:59AM | Arrival Time 01:52AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:07AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 02:08AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 02:09AM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:23AM | Arrival Time 02:16AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:18AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:31AM | Arrival Time 02:24AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:32AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:27AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:49AM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 02:37AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 01:57AM | Arrival Time 02:48AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 02:47AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 02:04AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 02:57AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 02:12AM | Arrival Time 03:02AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 03:07AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 03:27AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 02:44AM | Arrival Time 03:34AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 03:37AM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 02:52AM | Arrival Time 03:43AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:48AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:52AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:08AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 03:58AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 04:08AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 04:08AM | Duration 0h48 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:23AM | Arrival Time 04:16AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:31AM | Arrival Time 04:24AM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:39AM | Arrival Time 04:33AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 04:32AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:47AM | Arrival Time 04:41AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Stagecoach London | Departure Time 04:03AM | Arrival Time 04:58AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 05:06AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:16AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 04:31AM | Arrival Time 05:27AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 04:41AM | Arrival Time 05:37AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 04:52AM | Arrival Time 05:48AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Go Ahead London | Departure Time 05:02AM | Arrival Time 05:58AM | Duration 0h56 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ilford to London
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Take a bus from Ilford to London and enjoy the approximately 9 miles (15 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 23:53.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $11
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
First bus 2:55 AM |
Last bus 11:53 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $11
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Fish and Chips
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Steak and Kidney Pie
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Full English Breakfast
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The Marksman
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Rules
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
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Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £20-40 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- £70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- £3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £1.75
- Day pass
- £8.90
To the city center
London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
- Distance
- 2.3 km
- Travel time
- 11 min
- Contactless cards and mobile payments work on London buses, trams, Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line, and most National Rail services in London.
- Use Oyster or contactless instead of paper tickets for the cheapest pay as you go fares. Daily caps usually make a separate day pass unnecessary.
FAQs: Bus from Ilford to London
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