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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Ilford via Stratford International DLR Station and Stratford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Gillingham to Ilford?

The distance between Gillingham and Ilford is 48 miles. The road distance is 31.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Ilford without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Gillingham to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Ilford train from?

Gillingham to Ilford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Ilford?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Ilford is to bus which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Gillingham to Ilford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gillingham to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Ilford is 31 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Gillingham to Ilford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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

There are 6 ways to get from Gillingham 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
best
1. Take the bus from Chatham to UpminsterMichalovce
43 min
£6–11
Train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford InternationalRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
56 min
£15–41
Drive 30.9 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Ilford30.9 mi
41 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gillingham to Ilford30.9 mi
41 min
£75–95
Train via Farringdon
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to FarringdonRainham / ...
1h 59m
£19–56
Train, line 147 bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Woolwich ArsenalRainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to Ilford / Chapel Road147
2h 5m
£6–55

Gillingham to Ilford by train

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

Eurobus SK operates a bus from Chatham to Upminster 4 times a week. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford International hourly. Tickets cost £9–35 and the journey takes 36 min.

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