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The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Ilford
Showing times and prices for 29 Nov
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
101 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Ilford will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Northampton for Ilford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
03:482h32
Northampton06:20Ilford
£541One-way
0 changes
03:482h32
Northampton06:20Ilford
£541One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Northampton to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Ilford trains for today, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:22
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:03 Northampton | 2h19 | 06:22 Ilford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:18 Northampton | 1h55 | 10:13 Ilford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Ilford
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Trains from Northampton to Ilford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 2h 17m.
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 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:36 |
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
Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Ilford trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Ilford from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£52
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Northampton to Ilford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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.
A visit to Ilford typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its local attractions, parks, and cultural landmarks.
The train distance from Northampton to Ilford is 101 km.
The train journey from Northampton to Ilford covers a distance of 101 km and takes approximately 2h 17m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Northampton to Ilford leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Northampton to Ilford departs at 23:36.
Booking trains from Northampton to Ilford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Northampton to Ilford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £57.
Trains from Northampton to Ilford run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Northampton to Ilford.
To get from Northampton to Ilford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Ilford is by train, costing approximately £52.
The train station in Northampton that goes to Ilford is Northampton station (NMP), and it arrives at Ilford station (IFD).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Northampton to Ilford.
Yes, you can take the train from Northampton to Ilford.
There is no night train service from Northampton to Ilford.
A day trip from Northampton to Ilford is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 17m. However, there are 4 train trips per day. The distance is 101 km.
The train journey from Northampton to Ilford primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Ilford
Northampton
Ilford
The major train station for departures in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your trip from Northampton to Ilford.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Northampton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
The major train station for arrivals in Ilford is Ilford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ilford for your journey to Ilford from Northampton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee & snacks
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 3
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- 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.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ilford
- 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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 07:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Platform 3 (covered storage) Platform 4 (uncovered storage) Station entrance (uncovered storage)
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Goodmayes
- 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
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Seven Kings
- 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
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