What is the cheapest way to get from Elmers End to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Elmers End to Ilford is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmers End to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Elmers End to Ilford is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £90 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Elmers End and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Elmers End to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Eden Park Avenue and arriving at Ilford Sainsbury's via Lewisham Centre and Uel Docklands Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Elmers End and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Elmers End to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Elmers End and arriving at Ilford via London Bridge station and Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Elmers End to Ilford?

The distance between Elmers End and Ilford is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

How do I travel from Elmers End to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Elmers End to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Elmers End to Ilford?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Elmers End to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmers End to Ilford bus from?

Elmers End to Ilford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Eden Park Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Elmers End to Ilford train from?

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

Train or bus from Elmers End to Ilford?

The best way to get from Elmers End to Ilford is to train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 54 bus and line 147 bus, which costs £5 - £45 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Elmers End to Ilford bus arrive?

Elmers End to Ilford bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Lewisham Centre station.

Where does the Elmers End to Ilford train arrive?

Elmers End to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Elmers End to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmers End to Ilford is 17 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Elmers End to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Elmers End to Ilford?

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Elmers End to Ilford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 54 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elmers End to Ilford by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elmers End to London BridgeHayes
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to IlfordElizabeth
54 min
£11–21
Line 54 bus, line 147 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Eden Park Avenue to Woolwich Arsenal Station54
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to Ilford / Chapel Road147
2h 12m
£5–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elmers End to Ilford16.6 mi
34 min
£90–110
Drive 16.6 mi
1. Drive from Elmers End to Ilford16.6 mi
34 min
£5–6
Line 54 bus, line 129 bus
1. Take the bus from Eden Park Avenue to Lewisham Centre54
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Centre to Gallions Reach Station129
2h 16m
£7–81

Elmers End to Ilford by train and subway

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Elmers End, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Elmers End to Ilford via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Moorgate station, and Liverpool Street Station in around 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eden Park Avenue to Ilford / Chapel Road via Woolwich Arsenal Station, Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station, Canning Town DLR Station, and Canning Town in around 2h 12m.

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