Travelling by train from Ilford to Southend

Ready to travel from Ilford to Southend by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost for travel between Ilford and Southend

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €11.14, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 2 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Ilford to Southend departure timetable

On this route, 37 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Ilford at 05:40 and the last leaving at 22:09 during the week.

For weekend travel to Southend, the earliest departure is at 06:26 and the last one is at 20:26. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 16 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Ilford to Southend?

This journey covers a total of 44 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 57 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Ilford and Southend?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Ilford and Southend 2 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Ilford to Southend

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Southend city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Ilford to Southend by train?

The total distance between Ilford and Southend by train is 44 kilometres.

How much does the train from Ilford to Southend cost?

The lowest fare on this route is €11.14. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Ilford to Southend train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 2 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Ilford to Southend?

The fastest journey by train is 57 minutes.