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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Ilford
Showing times and prices for 15 Aug
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
93 km
Cheap tickets
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 £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
To travel from Ipswich to Ilford you need to make at least one change.
P01201+
C379005:411h17Ipswich station (IPS)6:58Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way1 change- P01207+
Tube from London Fenchurch Street to Whitechapel+C379806:102h03Ipswich station (IPS)8:13Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way2 changes - P01201 · P76944+C383955:411h32Ipswich station (IPS)7:13Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way2 changes
- P01201+C379245:411h39Ipswich station (IPS)7:20Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way1 change
- P01207+C379576:101h40Ipswich station (IPS)7:50Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way1 change
- P01201+C379005:411h17Ipswich station (IPS)6:58Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way1 change
- P01207 · P66922+C373476:101h26Ipswich station (IPS)7:36Ilford station (IFD)£521One-way2 changes
- P01201 · P76944+C383955:411h32Ipswich station (IPS)7:13Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way2 changes
- P01201+C379245:411h39Ipswich station (IPS)7:20Ilford station (IFD)£191One-way1 change
- P01207+C379576:101h40Ipswich station (IPS)7:50Ilford station (IFD)£191One-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 £22.
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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Ipswich to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Ilford trains for today, Friday 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| P01228 · P66962+C38339 | On time 8:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h34 | 9:45 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
| P01228+C38151 | On time 8:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h47 | 9:58 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
| P01228+C38125 | On time 8:11 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h23 | 9:34 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
| P02354+C37315 · C38186 | On time 8:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h49 | 10:28 Ilford station (IFD) | 2 changes | |
| P02354+C38172 | On time 8:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h37 | 10:16 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
| P02354+C38136 | On time 8:39 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h07 | 9:46 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
| P67289+C38277 | On time 22:23 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h28 | 23:51 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
| P02946+C38289 | On time 22:43 Ipswich station (IPS) | 1h23 | 0:06 Ilford station (IFD) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Ilford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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.
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 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 |
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.
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Train companies: Greater Anglia from Ipswich to Ilford trainsGreater Anglia trains will get you between Ipswich and Ilford from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
£16
Greater Anglia frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Ilford
Things to do in Ilford
Discover the best of Ilford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ilford trip today.
- Recommended
Redbridge Museum
Local museum and gallery with changing displays on Redbridge people, places and culture, set within the Central Library complex.
SPACE Ilford
Community gallery space presenting contemporary exhibitions and creative projects, useful for a quick look at local artistic activity.
- Must visit
Valentines Park
Formal gardens, lakes and open lawns around a historic mansion, ideal for strolling, seasonal colour and a relaxed break in Ilford.
- Recommended
High Road
Busy central shopping street and civic area that captures everyday Ilford, with markets, transport links and varied local businesses.
- Recommended
Hainault Forest Country Park
Woodland and open parkland on Ilford's northern edge, popular for longer walks, wildlife and a quieter side of the borough.
Pie and Mash
A classic East End pie filled with minced beef, often served with mash and parsley liquor. A long-standing London comfort food popular across east London.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eel pieces set in a savoury stock. It is one of London’s most traditional working-class dishes, closely tied to the historic East End.
- Gluten-free
Smoked Kippered Haddock
A smoked white fish fillet, usually haddock, dyed golden and eaten hot or cold. It has long been a staple breakfast and supper dish in London.
Mardin Restaurant
Long-established Turkish ocakbasi known for grilled meats, fresh breads and lively casual dining on Ilford Lane.
Punjab Restaurant
Smart Indian restaurant focused on Punjabi and north Indian dishes, with a polished dining room suited to groups and dinners.
Saravanaa Bhavan
Busy South Indian vegetarian restaurant serving dosas, idli and thali in a simple, family-friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and hotels cost more than many UK towns, but Ilford is often cheaper than central London, with good-value transport and casual food options.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Ipswich to Ilford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Ipswich to Ilford covers a distance of 93 km and takes approximately 1h 7m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Ipswich to Ilford is 93 km.
The first train from Ipswich to Ilford leaves at 0:21.
The last train from Ipswich to Ilford departs at 23:21.
Trains from Ipswich to Ilford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ipswich to Ilford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ipswich to Ilford.
To get from Ipswich to Ilford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ipswich to Ilford.
The train station in Ipswich that goes to Ilford is Ipswich station (IPS), and it arrives at Ilford station (IFD).
The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Ilford is by train, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Ipswich to Ilford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ipswich to Ilford is primarily urban and suburban, with views of towns and industrial areas rather than dramatic countryside or scenic landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Ipswich to Ilford is feasible with a journey time of 1h 7m, covering a distance of 93 km. Trains run with a frequency of 4 per day.
A visit to Ilford typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its local attractions, parks, and cultural landmarks.
Yes, you can take the train from Ipswich to Ilford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Ilford
Most Ipswich to Ilford trains use the Ipswich to Ilford station pair, with some services arriving at Seven Kings. Use this guide to compare Ipswich and Ilford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ipswich
Arrival train stations in Ilford
Which Ipswich station do trains to Ilford leave from?
Trains from Ipswich to Ilford leave from Ipswich. The station is 1 km from Ipswich city centre at Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL.
IpswichIpswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL+44 3450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Ipswich from Ipswich city centre
Ipswich is 1 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13, 12, 23, 3, 119, 3E · 7m · £2 · every ~27 min
12, 3, 13, 15, 119, 3E, 23 · 9m · £2 · every ~35 min
111 · 21m
Ipswich train station facilities and services
Ipswich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ipswich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ipswich. ATMs are available at Ipswich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ipswich.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ipswich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ipswich: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ipswich: 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.
Derby RoadDerby Road station, Derby Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8DN
City-centre transport
Getting to Derby Road from Ipswich city centre
Derby Road is 2 km from Ipswich city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIpswich - Felixstowe · 11m · £4 · every ~2 min
Bus5, 5E · 12m · every ~13 min
Derby Road train station facilities and services
Derby Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby Road: 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.
Which Ilford station do trains from Ipswich arrive at?
Trains from Ipswich to Ilford most often arrive at Ilford. Some services arrive at Seven Kings, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Ilford arrival station.
IlfordIlford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG
City-centre transport
Getting to Ilford from Ilford city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail 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
Ilford 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
Food and drink options are available at Ilford.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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 · £0.90 · 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.
GoodmayesGoodmayes station, Goodmayes Road, Goodmayes, Greater London, IG3 9UH
City-centre transport
Getting to Goodmayes from Ilford city centre
Goodmayes is 2 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 · 5m · £2 · every ~21 min
Bus86, N86 · 8m · £4 · every ~32 min
86, N86 · 9m · £4 · every ~32 min
364 · 19m · £17 · every ~23 min
364 · 21m · £18 · every ~23 min
Goodmayes train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Goodmayes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Goodmayes.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Goodmayes: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Goodmayes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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