How to get from Ilford to Grays by bus and train?

From Ilford to Grays by bus and train

To get from Ilford to Grays in Grays, take the EL1 bus from Ilford / Chapel Road (P) station to Barking Station (H) station. Next, take the C2C train from Barking station to Grays station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £7.55. The bus and train schedule from Ilford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Grays on the Moovit app.

44min£7.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - EL1EL1
Train - C2C
Leaves from Ilford / Chapel Road (P)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ilford / Chapel Road (P)
    ID P
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - EL1EL1
    Wait for bus
    EL1
    Barking Riverside
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Barking Station (H)
    ID H
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Barking
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Pitsea
  • 6
    Ride to train station Grays
    Ride to train station
    Grays
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ilford to Grays by bus and train via 169 and C2C

To get from Ilford to Grays in Grays, take the 169 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Barking Station (N) station. Next, take the C2C train from Barking station to Grays station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is £7.55. The bus and train schedule from Ilford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Grays on the Moovit app.

42min£7.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - 169169
Train - C2C
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Redbridge Central Library (Q)
    ID Q
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 169169
    Wait for bus
    169
    Barking
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Barking Station (N)
    ID N
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Barking
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Grays
  • 6
    Ride to train station Grays
    Ride to train station
    Grays
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ilford to Grays

The distance between Ilford and Grays is approximately 27.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ilford to Grays by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Grays – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ilford to Grays

To check the bus and train schedule from Ilford to Grays using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ilford) and destination (Grays), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ilford to Grays by bus and train via 169 and C2C

To get from Ilford to Grays in Grays, take the 169 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Barking Station (N) station. Next, take the C2C train from Barking station to Grays station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is £7.55. The bus and train schedule from Ilford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Grays on the Moovit app.

42min£7.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - 169169
Train - C2C
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Redbridge Central Library (Q)
    ID Q
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 169169
    Wait for bus
    169
    Barking
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Barking Station (N)
    ID N
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Barking
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - C2C
    Wait for train
    C2C
    Grays
  • 6
    Ride to train station Grays
    Ride to train station
    Grays
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line EL1, Train line C2C.

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

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 169, Train line C2C.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Grays?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ilford to Grays?

    The EL1 bus line goes from Ilford / Chapel Road (P) station near Ilford in London to Barking Riverside station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Barking Riverside station near Grays.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ilford to Grays by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ilford and Grays by bus and train is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ilford to get to Grays?

    Get on the EL1 bus from the Ilford / Chapel Road (P) stop near Ilford in London.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ilford and Grays?

    Get off the bus at the Barking Riverside station, which is closest to Grays.

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

    The ride from Ilford to Grays costs £7.55.

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