What is the cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Ilford is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Ilford is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Potters Bar and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Potters Bar to Ilford station. However, there are services departing from Tesco and arriving at Ilford Station via Chingford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Potters Bar and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Potters Bar to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Potters Bar and arriving at Ilford via Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Potters Bar to Ilford?

The distance between Potters Bar and Ilford is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

How do I travel from Potters Bar to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £9 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Potters Bar to Ilford?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Potters Bar to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potters Bar to Ilford bus from?

Potters Bar to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Tesco station.

Where do I catch the Potters Bar to Ilford train from?

Potters Bar to Ilford train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Potters Bar station.

Train or bus from Potters Bar to Ilford?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Ilford is to train which takes 1h and costs £9 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 313 bus and line 179 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Potters Bar to Ilford bus arrive?

Potters Bar to Ilford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Chingford Station.

Where does the Potters Bar to Ilford train arrive?

Potters Bar to Ilford train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Potters Bar to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Potters Bar to Ilford is 17 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Potters Bar to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Potters Bar to Ilford?

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Potters Bar to Ilford - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 313 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Potters Bar to Ilford by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Potters Bar to MoorgateWelwyn Garden City - Moorgate / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to IlfordElizabeth
1h
£9–19
Drive 17.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Potters Bar to Ilford17.1 mi
30 min
£5–7
Line 313 bus, line 179 bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco to Chingford Station313
2. Take the bus from Chingford Station to Ilford Station179
1h 42m
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Potters Bar to Ilford17.1 mi
30 min
£55–70

Potters Bar to Ilford by train

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What companies run services between Potters Bar, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Potters Bar to Ilford via Moorgate and Liverpool Street Station in around 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tesco to Ilford Station via Chingford Station in around 1h 42m.

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