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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Ilford is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Ilford is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Chatham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatham station to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Ilford Sainsbury's via Bus Station and North Woolwich Free Ferry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Ilford via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Chatham to Ilford?

The distance between Chatham and Ilford is 48 miles. The road distance is 29.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Ilford without a car is to bus and train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Chatham to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Ilford bus from?

Chatham to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Ilford train from?

Chatham to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Chatham to Ilford?

The best way to get from Chatham to Ilford is to train which takes 52 min and costs £14 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 700 bus and line 96 bus, which costs £9 - £11 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Chatham to Ilford bus arrive?

Chatham to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva Kent & Surrey, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Chatham to Ilford train arrive?

Chatham to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Ilford is 30 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Chatham to Ilford.

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

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Chatham to Ilford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Chatham to Ilford by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chatham to UpminsterMichalovce
2. Take the train from Upminster to BarkingShoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
44 min
£10–11
Train via Farringdon
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chatham to FarringdonRainham / ...
1h 52m
£7–39
Train
1. Take the train from Chatham to Stratford InternationalFaversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford to IlfordElizabeth / ...
52 min
£14–41
Drive 29.5 mi
1. Drive from Chatham to Ilford29.5 mi
41 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chatham to Ilford29.5 mi
41 min
£95–120
Line 700 bus, line 96 bus
1. Take the bus from Chatham station to Bus Station700
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Thomas Street96
2h 36m
£9–10

Chatham to Ilford by train

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Map of how to get from Chatham to Ilford.

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Chatham, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Chatham to Ilford via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, and Stratford in around 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham station to Ilford Sainsbury's via Bus Station, Thomas Street, and North Woolwich Free Ferry in around 2h 36m.

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