Ilford to London bus with Go Ahead London

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ilford to London

Showing times and prices for 08 Jul

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

47 m

Average duration

48 m

Buses per day

26

Distance

15 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ilford to London will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

Of the 26 buses that leave Ilford for London every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 15 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .

The slowest buses will take 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Stagecoach London
    2:440h50
    Ilford
    3:34London
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Stagecoach London
    2:520h51
    Ilford
    3:43London
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Stagecoach London
    3:000h52
    Ilford
    3:52London
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Stagecoach London
    3:080h52
    Ilford
    4:00London
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Stagecoach London
    3:150h53
    Ilford
    4:08London
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train 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 prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 15 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£26

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

48m

Average total duration

Fastest

18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ilford to London

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Buses from Ilford to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:55, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 15 km distance in 47m.

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
Distance
15 km
Average bus duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
47m
First bus
2:55
Last bus
23:53
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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

Bus providers: Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London from Ilford to LondonYou can travel by bus between Ilford to London with Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Go Ahead London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
£49
Go Ahead London frequency
12 a day

Stagecoach London

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£4
Stagecoach London frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Ilford to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Ilford to London can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ilford to London is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Ilford to London is 47m to travel the 15 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Ilford to London leaves at 2:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ilford to London leaves at 23:53.
There are 6 coaches a day from Ilford to London which require at least one change with Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Ilford to London, you can count on Go Ahead London, Stagecoach London for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Ilford and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Ilford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Redbridge Station, London, Stratford City Bus Station . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Redbridge Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from Ilford is worth doing with a journey time of 47m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ilford and London including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Ilford to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Ilford to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Ilford to London.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Ilford to London.
No, luggage for the coach from Ilford to London needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Ilford to London.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ilford to London.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Ilford to London.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Ilford to London.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and London

Most Ilford to London buses use the London, Redbridge Station to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. Use this guide to compare Ilford and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Ilford
Arrival bus stations in London

Which London station do buses from Ilford arrive at?

Buses from Ilford to London most often arrive at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach StationBassingbourn Rd, Stansted CM24 1QW, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station from London city centre

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStansted Express · 46m · £21 · every ~9 min
Stansted Express · 46m · £21 · every ~9 min
BusA9 · 56m · £13 · every ~17 min
A8 · 1h 12m · £8 · every ~11 min
ShuttleA9 · 50m · £20 · every ~8 min

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the coach station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, Hounslow, TW6 3XA, London, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 from London city centre

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 34m · £15 · every ~7 min
Elizabeth · 40m · £17 · every ~7 min
BusUkxn10 · 1h 13m · £3 · every ~1 min
A40 · 1h 30m · £5
SubwayPiccadilly · 46m · £19 · every ~24 min

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 bus station facilities and services

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

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