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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Polegate is to bus which costs £13 - £18 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Polegate is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Polegate?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Polegate. However, there are services departing from Ilford Broadway and arriving at Cophall Roundabout via Stratford City Bus Station and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Polegate?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Polegate. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Polegate via Farringdon and East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Ilford to Polegate?

The distance between Ilford and Polegate is 72 miles. The road distance is 65.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Polegate without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £24 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Ilford to Polegate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Polegate bus from?

Ilford to Polegate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stratford City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Polegate train from?

Ilford to Polegate train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Barking station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Polegate?

The best way to get from Ilford to Polegate is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £18 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Ilford to Polegate bus arrive?

Ilford to Polegate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Pool Valley Coach Station.

Where does the Ilford to Polegate train arrive?

Ilford to Polegate train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Polegate?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Polegate is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Ilford to Polegate.

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

Book your Ilford to Polegate train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Polegate?

There are 1086+ hotels available in Polegate.

Ilford to Polegate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 4 ways to get from Ilford to Polegate by train, bus, car, or subway

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 Ilford to Farringdon Without
2. Take the train from Farringdon to East Croydon
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Polegate
2h 12m
£25–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Pool Valley Coach StationUk066
2. Take the bus from Royal Pavilion to Cophall Roundabout28
4h 55m
£13–18
Drive 65.3 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Polegate65.3 mi
1h 23m
£17–24
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Barking station to Victoria stationDistrict / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to PolegateLondon Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
2h 16m
£16–49

Ilford to Polegate by train

218Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 71.1 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Ilford to Polegate via Farringdon Without, Farringdon, and East Croydon in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ilford Broadway to Cophall Roundabout via Stratford Bus Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Pool Valley Coach Station, and Royal Pavilion in around 4h 55m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.