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How to get from Ilford to Catford by train?

From Ilford to Catford by train

To get from Ilford to Catford in London, take the ELIZABETH train from Ilford station to Farringdon station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from Farringdon station to Catford Rail Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is £8.10.

66min£8.10
Walk to train station
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - THAMESLINK
Walk to Catford
Leaves from Ilford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ilford
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Farringdon
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Farringdon
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Sevenoaks
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Catford Rail Station
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Catford
    Walk to
    Catford
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ilford to Catford by bus and train

To get from Ilford to Catford in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ELIZABETH train from Ilford station to Liverpool Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 388 bus and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Catford Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is £9.85.

57min£9.85
Walk to train station
Train - ELIZABETH
Bus - 388388
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Ilford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ilford
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Liverpool Street Station (K)
    ID K
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 388388
    Wait for bus
    388
    London Bridge
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    London Bridge Bus Station
    ID L
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    London Bridge
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Hayes (Kent)
  • 9
    Ride to train station Catford Bridge
    Ride to train station
    Catford Bridge
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ilford to Catford

The distance between Ilford, London and Catford, London is approximately 17.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ilford to Catford by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Ilford

Ilford is located at Ilford, London and the nearest public transport station is Redbridge Central Library (R).

Tube stations close to Ilford:

  • East Ham
  • Gants Hill
  • Upney

Train stations close to Ilford:

  • Seven Kings

Bus stations close to Ilford:

  • Redbridge Central Library (R)
  • Redbridge Central Library, Ilford
  • Hainault Street (V)

Public transport stations close to Catford, London

Catford is located at Catford, London and the nearest public transport station is Sussex Mews.

Train stations close to Catford:

  • Brockley
  • Bellingham
  • Crofton Park

Bus stations close to Catford:

  • Sussex Mews
  • Hilary House
  • Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)

From Ilford to Catford by bus and train

To get from Ilford to Catford in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ELIZABETH train from Ilford station to Liverpool Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 388 bus and finally take the SOUTHEASTERN train from London Bridge station to Catford Bridge station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is £9.85.

57min£9.85
Walk to train station
Train - ELIZABETH
Bus - 388388
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Leaves from Ilford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ilford
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Liverpool Street Station (K)
    ID K
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 388388
    Wait for bus
    388
    London Bridge
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    London Bridge Bus Station
    ID L
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    London Bridge
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Hayes (Kent)
  • 9
    Ride to train station Catford Bridge
    Ride to train station
    Catford Bridge
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ilford to Catford?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line THAMESLINK.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ilford to Catford?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line 388, Bus line SOUTHEASTERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Ilford and Catford in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ilford to Catford in London?

    The ELIZABETH train line goes from Ilford station near Ilford to Paddington station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Paddington station near Catford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Ilford to Catford in London by train?

    The total travel time between Ilford and Catford in London by train is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ilford to get to Catford in London?

    Get on the ELIZABETH train from the Ilford station near Ilford in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ilford and Catford in London?

    Get off the train at the Paddington station, which is closest to Catford in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Ilford to Catford?

    The ride from Ilford to Catford costs £8.10.

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