The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilford to York
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£175
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilford to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilford to York will cost around £175 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Ilford to York you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:453h09Ilford9:54York£1101One-way2 changes
6:133h36Ilford9:49York£1781One-way2 changes
7:453h17Ilford11:02York£1781One-way2 changes
8:153h33Ilford11:48York£1781One-way2 changes
8:463h17Ilford12:03York£1781One-way2 changes
6:453h09Ilford9:54York£1101One-way2 changes
17:483h13Ilford21:01York£1781One-way2 changes
16:483h15Ilford20:03York£1781One-way2 changes
16:153h16Ilford19:31York£1781One-way2 changes
7:453h17Ilford11:02York£1781One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ilford to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilford to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 278 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£56 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ilford to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Ilford to York trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:13 Ilford | 3h36 | 9:49 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:45 Ilford | 3h09 | 9:54 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:45 Ilford | 3h17 | 11:02 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:15 Ilford | 3h33 | 11:48 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:46 Ilford | 3h17 | 12:03 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:45 Ilford | 3h18 | 13:03 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:13 Ilford | 3h37 | 13:50 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:43 Ilford | 3h20 | 14:03 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:43 Ilford | 3h20 | 15:03 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:13 Ilford | 3h36 | 15:49 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:43 Ilford | 3h20 | 16:03 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:43 Ilford | 3h20 | 17:03 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:13 Ilford | 3h37 | 17:50 York | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:43 Ilford | 3h20 | 18:03 York | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilford to York
Trains from Ilford to York run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 278 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 19:02 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Ilford to York trainsElizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Ilford and York from £19. 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 York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and York
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
- Type of shops available: Coffee & snacks
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- 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.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 07:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: Ticket Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the stations ticket hall. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage location: Platform 3 (covered storage) Platform 4 (uncovered storage) Station entrance (uncovered storage)
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop D, for Westbound services High Road, Bus Stop C for Eastbound services Click here for map
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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