Ilford to Lewes train with Thameslink

Wed, 05 Nov
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1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilford to Lewes

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

1 h 56 m

Average duration

2 h 7 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

76 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ilford to Lewes will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Ilford for Lewes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.

Southern
14:282h00
Ilford
16:28Lewes
£441One-way
0 changes
Southern
04:581h56
Ilford
06:54Lewes
£441One-way
0 changes
Thameslink
04:292h24
Ilford
06:53Lewes
£451One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Ilford to Lewes train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
southern11:28 Ilford
1h58
13:26 Lewes0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
thameslink04:29 Ilford
2h24
06:53 Lewes0 changesdirect
southern04:58 Ilford
1h56
06:54 Lewes0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ilford to Lewes

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Trains from Ilford to Lewes run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
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
76 km
Average train duration
1h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
1h 56m
First train
00:28
Last train
21:25
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

Train companies: Thameslink, Elizabeth Line from Ilford to Lewes trainsThameslink, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Ilford and Lewes from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£43
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Elizabeth Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
£35
Elizabeth Line frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Ilford to Lewes train

FAQs: Travel by train from Ilford to Lewes easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ilford to Lewes.
FAQs
Booking trains from Ilford to Lewes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Ilford to Lewes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Lewes is by train, costing approximately £43.
The train station in Ilford that goes to Lewes is Ilford station (IFD), and it arrives at Lewes station (LWS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ilford to Lewes.
Yes, you can take the train from Ilford to Lewes.
To travel from Ilford to Lewes, you can take a train.
The train distance from Ilford to Lewes is 76 km.
The train journey from Ilford to Lewes covers a distance of 76 km and takes approximately 1h 56m. Trains run 3 per day.
The first train from Ilford to Lewes leaves at 0:28.
The last train from Ilford to Lewes departs at 21:25.
Trains from Ilford to Lewes run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ilford to Lewes.
There is no night train service from Ilford to Lewes.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Lewes

Ilford
Lewes
The major train station for departures in Ilford is Ilford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilford for your trip from Ilford to Lewes.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Coffee & snacks
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 3
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There are two step free, heated waiting rooms located on Platform 3. The waiting room located next to the ladies toilets has an automatic door function. Both waiting rooms are open from first to last train.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ilford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail 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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 3
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Seven Kings
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop T, for Westbound services High Road, Bus Stop M, for Eastbound services Click here for map

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