The average train between Ilford and Manchester takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ilford to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Ilford and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilford is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Street Station and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 56m • 2 changes


2h 56m • 2 changes


3h 7m • 2 changes


2h 52m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Ilford to Manchester train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Euston station.
Ilford to Manchester train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Ilford to Manchester train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Ilford and Manchester is 264.7 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 13m.