- Recommended
The New Art Gallery Walsall
Major gallery and museum for modern and historic art, with changing exhibitions and strong links to Walsall's leather trade.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ilford to Walsall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Walsall will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ilford for Walsall every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Walsall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 181 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Walsall coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:25 Ilford | 2h20 | 1:45 Walsall | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Ilford to Walsall run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 42 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 181 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 42 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 2:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Discover the best of Walsall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Walsall trip today.
Major gallery and museum for modern and historic art, with changing exhibitions and strong links to Walsall's leather trade.
Compact local museum exploring Walsall's leather-making heritage with machinery, tools and displays on the town's craft history.
Volunteer-run museum with military, industrial and social history displays covering Aldridge and surrounding villages.
Large Victorian park with lakes, gardens, playgrounds and walking routes, popular for a relaxed break near the town centre.
Waterside nature reserve and park around former reservoirs, offering birdwatching, level trails and wide open views.
Long-distance walking area with heathland, woodland and panoramic viewpoints across the West Midlands from high ground.
A Black Country staple of thick-cut pork scratchings, salted and crisp. Common in local pubs and markets, they are a classic regional snack with beer.
Faggots are baked meatballs of pork offal and herbs, usually served with gravy, peas and mash. They are a traditional working-class dish across the Black Country.
A battered fried fish served with chips, salt and vinegar. Not unique to Walsall, but it is a much-loved local takeaway tradition across the town and wider West Midlands.
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed dining room. A dependable local choice for a sit-down meal.
Long-running traditional pub with cobs, ales and hearty Black Country fare. Good for a casual meal in a characterful local setting.
Well-known canalside pub and restaurant in nearby Pelsall, serving British pub classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, making Walsall good value for short stays.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Walsall Hatherton Road -> Walsall Bus Station
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