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Tube from Farringdon to London Marylebone12:513h16Ilford station (IFD)16:07Birmingham Moor Street (BMO)£531One-way2 changes
W33263+C38348+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston13:132h35Ilford station (IFD)15:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£601One-way2 changes- W33339+C38263+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston12:132h35Ilford station (IFD)14:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£601One-way2 changes
C17847+C38306+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+
G0096812:432h56Ilford station (IFD)15:39Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way3 changes- C37308+W33376+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston12:362h20Ilford station (IFD)14:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way2 changes
- C37308+W33376+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston12:362h20Ilford station (IFD)14:56Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way2 changes
- W33263+C38348+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston13:132h35Ilford station (IFD)15:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£601One-way2 changes
- W33339+C38263+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston12:132h35Ilford station (IFD)14:48Birmingham New Street (BHM)£601One-way2 changes
- W33166+Y80831+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+C3831412:512h54Ilford station (IFD)15:45Birmingham New Street (BHM)£751One-way3 changes
- C17847+C38306+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+G0096812:432h56Ilford station (IFD)15:39Birmingham New Street (BHM)£621One-way3 changes
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Compare train and coach for Ilford to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Ilford to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 170 km
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3h 2m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Ilford to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33339+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+C38263 | 12:13 Ilford station (IFD) | 2h35 | 14:48 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| W33376+C37308+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston | 12:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2h20 | 14:56 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| C38306+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+C17847+G00968 | 12:43 Ilford station (IFD) | 2h56 | 15:39 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 changes | |
| L38688+C38314+Tube from Farringdon to London Marylebone | 12:51 Ilford station (IFD) | 3h16 | 16:07 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
| W33166+C38314+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+Y80831 | 12:51 Ilford station (IFD) | 2h54 | 15:45 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilford to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Ilford to Birmingham, including direct trains, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Lowest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Ilford to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Ilford and Birmingham from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ilford to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Birmingham
Most Ilford to Birmingham trains use the Ilford to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Moor Street. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ilford station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Yardley Wood from Birmingham city centre
Yardley Wood is 7 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Yardley Wood train station facilities and services
Yardley Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Yardley Wood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Yardley Wood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Yardley Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Yardley Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Yardley Wood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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