4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilford to Rochester
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilford to Rochester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to Rochester will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ilford for Rochester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
5:581h33Ilford7:31Rochester£331One-way0 changes
- 5:581h33Ilford7:31Rochester£331One-way0 changes
Live departures
Ilford to Rochester train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Rochester trains for tomorrow, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:58 Ilford | 1h33 | 7:31 Rochester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilford to Rochester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ilford to Rochester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern from Ilford to Rochester trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Ilford and Rochester from £33. 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 Rochester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Rochester 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 Rochester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Rochester
Most Ilford to Rochester trains use the Ilford to Rochester station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Rochester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ilford station do trains to Rochester 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 Rochester from Rochester city centre
Rochester train station facilities and services
Rochester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Rochester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from front of station. Step free access via lift in the subway to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2/3 for services away from London via lift from the subway. Stepped access to all platforms via staircases from subway, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall in subway, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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