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The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston to Ilford
Showing times and prices for 04 Dec
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
55 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royston to Ilford will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Royston for Ilford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
04:081h38
Royston05:46Ilford
£301One-way
0 changes
14:381h27
Royston16:05Ilford
£361One-way
0 changes
04:381h26
Royston06:04Ilford
£371One-way
0 changes
04:381h26
Royston06:04Ilford
£371One-way
0 changes
14:381h27
Royston16:05Ilford
£361One-way
0 changes
04:081h38
Royston05:46Ilford
£301One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Royston to Ilford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston to Ilford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Royston to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Royston to Ilford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:08 Royston | 1h38 | 05:46 Ilford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:38 Royston | 1h26 | 06:04 Ilford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Royston to Ilford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Royston to Ilford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 26m.
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 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:11 |
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: Thameslink, Great Northern from Royston to Ilford trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Royston and Ilford from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£29
Thameslink frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Great Northern
About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£30
Great Northern frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Royston to Ilford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston 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 cheapest way to get from Royston to Ilford is by train, costing approximately £29.
The train distance from Royston to Ilford is 55 km.
Booking trains from Royston 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 Royston to Ilford is primarily urban and suburban, passing through areas such as Cambridge and central London, therefore it is not typically considered scenic.
The last train from Royston to Ilford departs at 23:11.
There is no night train service from Royston to Ilford.
The cost of a train ticket from Royston to Ilford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Royston to Ilford covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 1h 26m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Royston that goes to Ilford is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Ilford station (IFD).
The first train from Royston to Ilford leaves at 0:06.
Trains from Royston to Ilford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Ilford.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Ilford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Royston to Ilford.
To get from Royston to Ilford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, a day trip from Royston to Ilford is feasible as the journey takes 1h 26m with a distance of 55 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Ilford
Royston
Ilford
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Ilford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Royston.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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
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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