- Recommended
Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Volunteer-run local museum covering Hatfield's history, everyday life and community stories in the town centre.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilford to Hatfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Ilford to Hatfield and enjoy the approximately 31 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51.
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 31 km |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Ilford to Hatfield trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ilford to Hatfield.
The train distance from Ilford to Hatfield is 31 km.
The first train from Ilford to Hatfield leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Ilford to Hatfield departs at 23:51.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ilford to Hatfield.
Train companies: Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Ilford to Hatfield trainsElizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Ilford and Hatfield. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth Line (TfL) Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Elizabeth Line (TfL) Price
£17
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
50 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Ilford and Hatfield
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ilford to Hatfield.
There is no night train service from Ilford to Hatfield.
Complete guide to Hatfield
Things to do in Hatfield
Discover the best of Hatfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hatfield trip today.
- Recommended
Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Working watermill and museum showing traditional milling, rural heritage and changing life in the Lea valley area.
- Recommended
de Havilland Aircraft Museum
Nearby aviation museum at London Colney with de Havilland aircraft displays, cockpit viewing and strong local industry links.
- Recommended
Hatfield Park
Formal gardens, woodland walks and broad parkland around Hatfield House, ideal for a scenic walk near major heritage sites.
- Recommended
Old Hatfield
Historic high street with timber-framed buildings, pubs, independent shops and one of Hatfield's most characterful walking areas.
- Recommended
Stanborough Park
Large landscaped public park with lakes, trees and footpaths, popular for relaxed walks, picnics and family time outdoors.
- Vegetarian
Hertfordshire Pudding Cake
A classic Hertfordshire breakfast cake flavoured with caraway and currants, traditionally baked for tea and local celebrations.
- Vegetarian
Hertfordshire Chelsea Bun
A traditional county bun with currants and spice, long associated with Hertfordshire home baking and afternoon tea.
- Vegetarian
St Albans Pudding
A historic English dessert linked to nearby St Albans, made with puff pastry, butter, sugar, lemon and currants.
Turkish Kitchen
Popular Turkish restaurant in Hatfield known for grilled meats, meze and a lively, modern dining room.
The Horse and Groom
Historic pub near Hatfield House serving British classics, Sunday roasts and cask ales in a traditional setting.
The Crooked Chimney
Country pub and restaurant outside central Hatfield serving refined British dishes in a relaxed, smart setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Hatfield is moderate for UK travel, with typical chain dining, standard rail fares to London, and accommodation often cheaper than central London but not especially low-cost.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional, usually just small change.
Intalink
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £5
To the city centre
Hatfield Station -> Hatfield Town Centre, Hatfield
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Most bus single fares in Hertfordshire are capped at £3 until March 2027. Intalink Connect offers unlimited bus travel, with Hatfield in zone HF.
- Hatfield Town Centre is about 10–15 min on foot from Hatfield Station. Bus tickets can also be bought in the official Intalink app.
Plan your visit to Hatfield
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Hatfield.
The train journey from Ilford to Hatfield is primarily urban and suburban, passing through residential and industrial areas, so it is not considered particularly scenic.
FAQs: Ilford to Hatfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Hatfield 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 Hatfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Ilford to Hatfield in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Ilford to Hatfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Hatfield
Most Ilford to Hatfield trains use the Goodmayes to Hatfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Hatfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ilford
Arrival train stations in Hatfield
Which Ilford station do trains to Hatfield leave from?
Trains from Ilford to Hatfield leave from Goodmayes. The station is 3 km from Ilford city centre at Goodmayes station, Goodmayes Road, Goodmayes, Greater London, IG3 9UH.
GoodmayesGoodmayes station, Goodmayes Road, Goodmayes, Greater London, IG3 9UH
City-centre transport
Getting to Goodmayes from Ilford city centre
Goodmayes is 2 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Gidea Park, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 5m · £2 · every ~21 min
Bus86, N86 · 8m · £4 · every ~32 min
86, N86 · 9m · £4 · every ~32 min
364 · 19m · £17 · every ~23 min
364 · 21m · £18 · every ~23 min
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.
IlfordIlford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG
City-centre transport
Getting to Ilford from Ilford city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop L, for Westbound services Ilford Hill, Bus Stop F, for Eastbound services Click here for map
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.
Seven KingsSeven Kings station, High Road, Seven Kings, Greater London, IG3 8RE
City-centre transport
Getting to Seven Kings from Ilford city centre
Seven Kings is 1 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Gidea Park, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 3m · £1 · every ~21 min
Bus86, N86 · 7m · £4 · every ~32 min
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.
Which Hatfield station do trains from Ilford arrive at?
Trains from Ilford to Hatfield arrive at Hatfield. Hatfield is 1 km from Hatfield city centre.
HatfieldHatfield station, 79 Great North Road, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5AB
City-centre transport
Getting to Hatfield from Hatfield city centre
Bus230 · 2m · £2
302 · 18m · £2 · every ~5 min
Hatfield train station facilities and services
Hatfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hatfield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hatfield. ATMs are available at Hatfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hatfield.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hatfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hatfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hatfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Ilford to Hatfield
Check train stations information for Ilford and Hatfield, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Ilford that goes to Hatfield is Goodmayes, and it arrives at Hatfield.
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