How to get from Ilford to Finchley by bus?

From Ilford to Finchley by bus

To get from Ilford to Finchley in London, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 123 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL1 bus and finally take the 382 bus from Colney Hatch Lane (FL) station to Finchley Central (F) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is £3.50.

88min£3.50
Bus - 123123
Bus - SL1SL1
Bus - 382382
Walk to Finchley
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ilford
  • 2
    Bus - 123123
    Wait for bus
    123
    Wood Green
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ)
    ID BZ
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Road / Bell Corner (BH)
    ID BH
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL1SL1
    Wait for bus
    SL1
    North Finchley
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colney Hatch Lane (FL)
    ID FL
    31 min
  • 7
    Bus - 382382
    Wait for bus
    382
    Mill Hill East, Millbrook Park
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Finchley Central (F)
    ID F
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Finchley
    Walk to
    Finchley
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ilford to Finchley by bus via 123, SL1 and SL10

To get from Ilford to Finchley in London, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 123 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL1 bus and finally take the SL10 bus from North Finchley High Road (H) station to Finchley Central Station (D) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The ride fare is £3.50.

89min£3.50
Bus - 123123
Bus - SL1SL1
Bus - SL10SL10
Walk to Finchley
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ilford
  • 2
    Bus - 123123
    Wait for bus
    123
    Wood Green
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ)
    ID BZ
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Road / Bell Corner (BH)
    ID BH
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL1SL1
    Wait for bus
    SL1
    North Finchley
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Finchley High Road (H)
    ID H
    34 min
  • 7
    Bus - SL10SL10
    Wait for bus
    SL10
    Harrow Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Finchley Central Station (D)
    ID D
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Finchley
    Walk to
    Finchley
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ilford to Finchley
The distance between Ilford, London and Finchley, London is approximately 16.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ilford to Finchley by bus, 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 Finchley, London

Finchley is located at Finchley, London and the nearest public transport station is Dollis Park / Finchley Central Stn (E).

Tube stations close to Finchley:

  • Finchley Central
  • East Finchley
  • West Finchley

Bus stations close to Finchley:

  • Dollis Park / Finchley Central Stn (E)
  • Long Lane (B)
  • Hendon Lane (H)
Related Routes

Alternative route from Ilford to Finchley by bus via 123, SL1 and SL10

To get from Ilford to Finchley in London, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 123 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SL1 bus and finally take the SL10 bus from North Finchley High Road (H) station to Finchley Central Station (D) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The ride fare is £3.50.

89min£3.50
Bus - 123123
Bus - SL1SL1
Bus - SL10SL10
Walk to Finchley
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ilford
  • 2
    Bus - 123123
    Wait for bus
    123
    Wood Green
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ)
    ID BZ
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Road / Bell Corner (BH)
    ID BH
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - SL1SL1
    Wait for bus
    SL1
    North Finchley
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Finchley High Road (H)
    ID H
    34 min
  • 7
    Bus - SL10SL10
    Wait for bus
    SL10
    Harrow Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Finchley Central Station (D)
    ID D
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to Finchley
    Walk to
    Finchley
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line 123, Bus line SL1, Bus line 382.

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

    The alternative route takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 123, Bus line SL1, Bus line SL10.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Finchley in London?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ilford to Finchley in London?

    The 123 bus line goes from Wood Green station near Ilford to Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ) station near Finchley in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Ilford to Finchley in London by bus?

    The total travel time between Ilford and Finchley in London by bus is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ilford to get to Finchley in London?

    Get on the 123 bus from the Wood Green stop near Ilford in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ilford and Finchley in London?

    Get off the bus at the Hoe Street / the Bell (BZ) stop, which is closest to Finchley in London.

  • How much is the bus fare from Ilford to Finchley?

    The ride from Ilford to Finchley costs £3.50.

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