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The New Art Gallery Walsall
Major gallery and museum for modern and historic art, with changing exhibitions and strong links to Walsall's leather trade.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to Walsall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 181 km
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£59 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Walsall trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:21 Ilford | 3h06 | 12:27 Walsall | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:51 Ilford | 4h06 | 13:57 Walsall | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ilford to Walsall run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 20:50 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Walsall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Walsall trip today.
Major gallery and museum for modern and historic art, with changing exhibitions and strong links to Walsall's leather trade.
Compact local museum exploring Walsall's leather-making heritage with machinery, tools and displays on the town's craft history.
Volunteer-run museum with military, industrial and social history displays covering Aldridge and surrounding villages.
Large Victorian park with lakes, gardens, playgrounds and walking routes, popular for a relaxed break near the town centre.
Waterside nature reserve and park around former reservoirs, offering birdwatching, level trails and wide open views.
Long-distance walking area with heathland, woodland and panoramic viewpoints across the West Midlands from high ground.
A Black Country staple of thick-cut pork scratchings, salted and crisp. Common in local pubs and markets, they are a classic regional snack with beer.
Faggots are baked meatballs of pork offal and herbs, usually served with gravy, peas and mash. They are a traditional working-class dish across the Black Country.
A battered fried fish served with chips, salt and vinegar. Not unique to Walsall, but it is a much-loved local takeaway tradition across the town and wider West Midlands.
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed dining room. A dependable local choice for a sit-down meal.
Long-running traditional pub with cobs, ales and hearty Black Country fare. Good for a casual meal in a characterful local setting.
Well-known canalside pub and restaurant in nearby Pelsall, serving British pub classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, making Walsall good value for short stays.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Walsall station -> Walsall town centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Walsall 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 Walsall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ilford to Walsall trains use the Ilford to Walsall station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Walsall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Ilford.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.
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.
Goodmayes is 2 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Goodmayes.
Wi-Fi is available at Goodmayes.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Goodmayes: Parking, WC.
Available at Goodmayes: Bike Parking.
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.
Seven Kings is 1 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Seven Kings.
Wi-Fi is available at Seven Kings.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seven Kings: Parking.
Available at Seven Kings: Bike Parking.
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.
Walsall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Walsall.
Ticket office support is available at Walsall. 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.
Available at Walsall: Parking, WC.
Available at Walsall: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Walsall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are locate in the Booking Hall and on platform one, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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