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Valentines Mansion
Historic country house museum with period rooms, exhibitions, and stories of Redbridge life, set in landscaped park grounds.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$45
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$45
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ilford will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
It's difficult to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ilford without transferring at least 2 times.
LE058100 · P77385+
C37892
LE055200 · LE059200 · P66094+
C35278
LE058100 · P77385+
C37892
LE055200 · LE059200 · P66094+
C35278Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Ilford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 24 miles (39 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 05:07AM | Arrival Time 07:48AM | Duration 2h41 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 05:41AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 2h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Ilford buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LE055200 · LE059200 · P66094+ C35278 | 5:07 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h41 | 7:48 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 3 transfers | |
LE058100 · P77385+ C37892 | 5:41 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h39 | 8:20 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
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Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
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Historic country house museum with period rooms, exhibitions, and stories of Redbridge life, set in landscaped park grounds.
National museum in nearby Greenwich covering maritime history, navigation, and exploration through engaging family-friendly displays.
Local heritage museum inside a former fire station, presenting exhibitions on Redbridge history, people, and everyday life.
Popular town park with lakes, rose garden, playgrounds, and the mansion, ideal for walks and relaxed local sightseeing.
Large historic parkland with woodland, lakes, and broad paths, loved for scenic walks and traces of an old grand estate.
Large metropolitan green space with woods and meadows, offering one of the best nearby walking escapes from the town centre.
Pie and mash is a classic East London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long tied to working-class food culture nearby.
Jellied eels are a historic Thames Estuary specialty, served cold in savory stock. They remain a traditional East London dish with deep local roots.
Fish and chips features battered fried fish with chips, often enjoyed with mushy peas. It is a staple takeaway and pub meal across Greater London.
Established Indian restaurant with classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dine-in setting suited to groups and families.
Popular South Indian vegetarian restaurant known for dosas, thalis and sweets. Casual, busy and well regarded by locals.
Reliable Turkish and Mediterranean venue serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a modern casual setting.
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but local transit is good value and budget food options are common.
Restaurants may add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12% for good service. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: no tip expected, but small change is appreciated.
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