The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Ilford
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Ilford will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from Ipswich to Ilford you need to make at least one change.
P47576 · P47462+
L2438312:101h31Ipswich station (IPS)13:41Ilford station (IFD)£141One-way2 changes
P47734 · P47032+
L244559:451h23Ipswich station (IPS)11:08Ilford station (IFD)£141One-way2 changes
P47533 · P47450+
G245488:101h33Ipswich station (IPS)9:43Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way2 changes
P47576+
L2405512:101h43Ipswich station (IPS)13:53Ilford station (IFD)£261One-way1 change
P47560+
L2391610:411h18Ipswich station (IPS)11:59Ilford station (IFD)£261One-way1 change
P47539+
G245708:411h17Ipswich station (IPS)9:58Ilford station (IFD)£301One-way1 change
P47580+
L2404212:411h18Ipswich station (IPS)13:59Ilford station (IFD)£301One-way1 change
P47560+
L2391610:411h18Ipswich station (IPS)11:59Ilford station (IFD)£261One-way1 change
P47545+
G246049:101h18Ipswich station (IPS)10:28Ilford station (IFD)£301One-way1 change
P47556+
L2389610:101h19Ipswich station (IPS)11:29Ilford station (IFD)£261One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ipswich to Ilford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Ilford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 93 km
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1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Ilford trains for today, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P47575 · P47461+ G23781 | 12:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h26 | 13:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47575 · P47461+ G24536 | 12:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h33 | 13:43 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47575+ G24550 | 12:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h40 | 13:50 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47579+ G24557 | 12:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h17 | 13:58 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47744+ G24773 | 12:53 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h28 | 14:21 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47585+ G24620 | 13:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h40 | 14:50 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47585 · P47465+ G23807 | 13:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h26 | 14:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47589+ G24627 | 13:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h17 | 14:58 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47748+ G24850 | 13:53 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h28 | 15:21 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47595 · P47469+ G24302 | 14:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h33 | 15:43 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47595+ G24318 | 14:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h40 | 15:50 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47595 · P47469+ G23830 | 14:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h26 | 15:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47599+ G24327 | 14:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h17 | 15:58 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47752+ G24923 | 14:53 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h28 | 16:21 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47605+ G24419 | 15:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h42 | 16:52 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47605 · P48935+ G24410 | 15:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h36 | 16:46 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47605 · P48935+ G24937 | 15:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h23 | 16:33 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47608+ G24434 | 15:42 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h18 | 17:00 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47757+ G25007 | 15:53 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h30 | 17:23 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47611 · P47474+ G24523 | 16:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h31 | 17:41 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47611+ G24538 | 16:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h41 | 17:51 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47611 · P47474+ G23760 | 16:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h28 | 17:38 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47617+ G24560 | 16:42 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h21 | 18:03 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47759+ G24727 | 16:46 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h35 | 18:21 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47620+ G24608 | 17:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h19 | 18:29 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47626+ G24664 | 17:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h19 | 19:00 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47632+ G24372 | 18:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h41 | 19:52 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47632 · P47481+ G24354 | 18:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h29 | 19:40 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47632 · P47481+ G23815 | 18:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h25 | 19:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47636+ G24388 | 18:42 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h23 | 20:05 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47766 · P47489+ G24517 | 20:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h33 | 21:43 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47766 · P47489+ G23858 | 20:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h26 | 21:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47766+ G24532 | 20:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h40 | 21:50 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47652+ G24539 | 20:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h17 | 21:58 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47768 · P47496+ G24590 | 21:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h33 | 22:43 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47768 · P47496+ G24682 | 21:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h26 | 22:36 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
P47768+ G24602 | 21:10 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h40 | 22:50 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47661+ G24709 | 21:41 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h20 | 23:01 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47770+ G24722 | 21:51 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h30 | 23:21 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
P47773+ G24738 | 22:23 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h28 | 23:51 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Ilford
Trains from Ipswich to Ilford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 0:21 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
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FAQs: Ipswich to Ilford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich to Ilford 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 Ilford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Ilford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on Derby Road, near the Station Hotel
- 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 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 06:10 - 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
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