The average train between Penge and Ilford takes 1h and the fastest train takes 55 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Penge to Ilford. 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 20 minutes between Penge and Ilford. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penge is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Ilford at 12:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Herne Hill and take an average of 1h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 1m • 2 changes


58 min • 2 changes


55 min • 2 changes


58 min • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Penge to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Penge station and arriving at Ilford station via Herne Hill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.
Penge to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Kent House station.
Penge to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ilford station.
Book your Penge to Ilford train tickets online with Southeastern, Thameslink and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Penge and Ilford is 18.2 km. The road distance is 27 km.
You can take a train from Kent House to Ilford via Herne Hill, Farringdon, and Farringdon Without in around 1h 1m.