What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilford is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ilford via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ilford?

The distance between Cardiff and Ilford is 157 miles. The road distance is 162 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Ilford?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Cardiff to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilford train from?

Cardiff to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Ilford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £700 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ilford train arrive?

Cardiff to Ilford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ilford is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Cardiff to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Ilford?

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

There are 6706+ hotels available in Ilford.

Cardiff to Ilford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Ilford by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 27m
£49–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
5h 5m
£15–34
Drive 161.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ilfordcar 161.1 mi
3h 16m
£40–58
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 15m
£243–530
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Ilfordtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
5h 6m
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 21m
£221–663

Cardiff to Ilford by train

204Weekly Trains

2h 27mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Ilford.

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ilford, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £9–28 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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