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Battlesbridge Antiques Centre
An antiques and collectibles centre with heritage displays across historic farm buildings, offering a museum-like look at period objects.
Take a train from Ilford to Wickford and enjoy the approximately 32 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:41.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Wickford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wickford trip today.
An antiques and collectibles centre with heritage displays across historic farm buildings, offering a museum-like look at period objects.
A local history museum in nearby Billericay covering everyday life, town stories and changing Essex communities through artefacts and archives.
A family-friendly museum near Wickford with steam and agricultural exhibits, showing working machinery and transport from past eras.
A riverside country park with lakes, birdlife and level trails, popular for walks, cycling and relaxed outdoor time near Wickford.
A large nature reserve with marshes and bird hides, ideal for walking and wildlife watching in a quieter landscape close to Wickford.
Wickford's main shopping street and civic core, useful for everyday browsing and a feel for the town's local rhythm and services.
A jellied eel dish long linked to Essex and East End food culture, made by setting cooked eels in savoury stock. A classic regional speciality with deep working-class roots.
A traditional pie of minced beef in rich gravy under mashed potato, common across Essex pubs and homes. It is a comforting staple of local British cooking.
A hearty one-pot meal of slow-cooked beef, root vegetables and stock. It has long been eaten in Essex households as warming everyday fare.
Popular Turkish restaurant with grilled meats, meze and a lively modern atmosphere. A reliable choice for generous portions and group dining.
Established Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and grills in a relaxed town-centre setting popular for family meals and casual dinners.
Traditional pub venue serving British favourites, Sunday roasts and drinks in a comfortable historic setting suited to casual local dining.
Moderate for south-east England. Dining and rail trips can add up, but local cafés, pubs and budget stays are cheaper than central London.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs may have tip jars, but tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to Wickford 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 Wickford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ilford to Wickford trains use the Seven Kings to Wickford station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Wickford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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.
Wickford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Wickford.
Ticket office support is available at Wickford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wickford: Parking, WC.
Available at Wickford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wickford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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