- Recommended
Gunnersbury Park Museum
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilford to Southall
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Ilford to Southall and enjoy the approximately 31 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, 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 0:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 Southall trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ilford to Southall.
The train distance from Ilford to Southall is 31 km.
The first train from Ilford to Southall leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Ilford to Southall departs at 23:51.
Complete guide to Southall
Things to do in Southall
Discover the best of Southall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southall trip today.
- Recommended
London Transport Museum Depot
Museum of road transport and design with historic buses, posters and interactive family displays, a strong option close to Southall.
- Recommended
Pitzhanger Gallery
Public gallery showing changing contemporary art exhibitions in a compact modern space inside Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery.
- Must visit
The Broadway
Southall's best-known shopping street, busy with markets, clothing shops and sweet stores, offering a vivid sense of the area's culture.
- Recommended
Grand Union Canal
Linear waterside walking route with locks, bridges and passing boats, ideal for a calmer side of Southall away from the main road.
- Recommended
Gunnersbury Park
Large historic park on the edge of Southall with formal gardens, a lake, museum and broad green space for a half-day visit.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Samosa
Crisp wheat pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. A staple South Asian snack in Southall, widely sold fresh in sweet shops and cafés.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Dal Makhani
Slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans enriched with butter and cream. A Punjabi classic strongly associated with Southall’s Indian food scene.
- Vegetarian
Naan
Leavened tandoor-baked flatbread, often brushed with butter. A signature Punjabi bread commonly eaten with curries and grilled dishes in Southall.
Madhu's
Popular South Indian vegetarian venue for dosas, idli and filter coffee. Bright, practical and good for a casual meal.
Saravanaa Bhavan
Long-running vegetarian Punjabi canteen known for thalis, chaat and sweets. Busy, simple and very popular for traditional everyday dining.
Delhi Wala
Well-known Southall spot for Punjabi vegetarian dishes, snacks and mithai. Casual atmosphere and a strong local following.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Southall dining is often better value than central London, but accommodation and rail fares can still be relatively high.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.80
- Day pass
- £2.55
To the city centre
Southall Station -> London Paddington
- Distance
- 13 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless cards and mobile payments work across TfL services, including buses and the Elizabeth line in London.
- Use TfL Go for live routes and disruptions. Southall is served by the Elizabeth line for quick trips towards Paddington and central London.
FAQs: Ilford to Southall train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Ilford to Southall in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Ilford to Southall.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Southall
Most Ilford to Southall trains use the Seven Kings to Southall station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Southall 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 Southall
Which Ilford station do trains to Southall leave from?
Trains from Ilford to Southall leave from Seven Kings. The station is 2 km from Ilford city centre at Seven Kings station, High Road, Seven Kings, Greater London, IG3 8RE.
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 Southall station do trains from Ilford arrive at?
Trains from Ilford to Southall arrive at Southall. Southall is from Southall city centre.
SouthallSouthall station, South Road, Southall, Greater London, UB2 4AA+44 343 222 1234
City-centre transport
Getting to Southall from Southall city centre
Bus195 · 7m · £2 · every ~17 min
Southall train station facilities and services
Southall has practical services for this route, including 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 Southall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southall. 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 Southall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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, 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.
Train stations for Ilford to Southall
Check train stations information for Ilford and Southall, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Ilford that goes to Southall is Seven Kings, and it arrives at Southall.
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