4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Ilford
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Ilford will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Cambridge to Ilford you need to make at least 2 changes.
20:421h31Cambridge22:13Ilford£351One-way3 changes- 22:121h28Cambridge23:40Ilford£351One-way3 changes
- 23:121h38Cambridge0:50Ilford£351One-way3 changes
- 20:121h46Cambridge21:58Ilford£371One-way2 changes
- 21:121h31Cambridge22:43Ilford£371One-way2 changes
- 22:121h28Cambridge23:40Ilford£351One-way3 changes
- 20:421h31Cambridge22:13Ilford£351One-way3 changes
- 21:121h31Cambridge22:43Ilford£371One-way2 changes
19:591h36Cambridge21:35Ilford£491One-way3 changes- 20:591h36Cambridge22:35Ilford£491One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Ilford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Ilford 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 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 71 km
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1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Ilford trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:09 Cambridge | 1h49 | 8:58 Ilford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Ilford
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Trains from Cambridge to Ilford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia from Cambridge to Ilford trainsThameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Cambridge and Ilford from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Ilford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Ilford by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Ilford
Most Cambridge to Ilford trains use the Cambridge to Ilford station pair, with some services arriving at Seven Kings. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Ilford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Ilford leave from?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Ilford station do trains from Cambridge arrive at?
Getting to Ilford from Ilford city centre
Ilford train station facilities and services
Ilford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ilford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ilford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category C. This station does not have step-free access. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located At the York Mews station entrance At the Ilford Hill temporary station entrance At the Ilford south station entrance, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Seven Kings from Ilford city centre
Seven Kings is 1 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
Seven Kings train station facilities and services
Seven Kings has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seven Kings.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Seven Kings.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Seven Kings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seven Kings: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Seven Kings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seven Kings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Goodmayes from Ilford city centre
Goodmayes is 2 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
Goodmayes train station facilities and services
Goodmayes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Goodmayes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Goodmayes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Goodmayes. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goodmayes: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goodmayes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Goodmayes: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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