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Valentines Mansion
Elegant historic house with period rooms and exhibitions, offering a clear introduction to Redbridge history and domestic life.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Ilford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
£60
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
£60
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 29 Sept
1
Distance
146 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Ilford will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
Fast trains
On Tue 29 Sept, we found 1 trains from Leicester to Ilford, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:122h08Leicester10:20Ilford£601One-way0 changes
- 8:122h08Leicester10:20Ilford£601One-way0 changes
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Leicester to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Ilford trains for today, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:31 Leicester | 1h39 | 10:10 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 9:04 Leicester | 1h39 | 10:43 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 9:12 Leicester | 1h53 | 11:05 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 9:30 Leicester | 1h43 | 11:13 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 9:43 Leicester | 1h45 | 11:28 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 10:04 Leicester | 1h39 | 11:43 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 10:13 Leicester | 1h52 | 12:05 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 10:32 Leicester | 1h41 | 12:13 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 10:43 Leicester | 1h45 | 12:28 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 11:04 Leicester | 1h39 | 12:43 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 11:12 Leicester | 1h53 | 13:05 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| 11:33 Leicester | 1h40 | 13:13 Ilford | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 29 September | |||||
| 8:12 Leicester | 2h08 | 10:20 Ilford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Ilford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Ilford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 29m.
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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Coach from £5
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 0:21 |
Last train 22:43 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 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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Coach from £5
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Leicester to Ilford trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leicester and Ilford from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£42
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
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: Leicester to Ilford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Ilford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £88.
The train journey from Leicester to Ilford covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Ilford is 146 km.
The first train from Leicester to Ilford leaves at 0:21.
The last train from Leicester to Ilford departs at 22:43.
Trains from Leicester to Ilford run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Leicester to Ilford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Ilford.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Ilford.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Ilford is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Ilford station (IFD).
Booking trains from Leicester 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 Leicester to Ilford offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches of countryside, small towns, and cityscapes, but it's not typically considered one of the UK's most scenic routes.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Ilford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Ilford
Most Leicester to Ilford trains use the Leicester to Ilford station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Ilford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leicester
Arrival train stations in Ilford
Which Leicester station do trains to Ilford leave from?
Trains from Leicester to Ilford leave from Leicester. The station is 1 km from Leicester city centre at Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Ilford station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
Trains from Leicester to Ilford arrive at Ilford. Ilford is from Ilford city centre.
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.
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