How to get from Hackney Downs to Ilford by train?

By train

To get from Hackney Downs to Ilford in Ilford, take the OVERGROUND train from Hackney Downs station to Liverpool Street station. Next, take the ELIZABETH train from Liverpool Street station to Ilford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is £7.80.

37min£7.80
Train - OVERGROUND
Train - ELIZABETH
Leaves from Hackney Downs
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Hackney Downs
  • 2
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Street
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Street
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station Ilford
    Ride to train station
    Ilford
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Hackney Downs to Ilford in Ilford, take the 254 bus from Pembury Circus (Y) station to Royal London Hospital (A) station. Next, take the ELIZABETH train from Whitechapel station to Ilford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

44min£4.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 254254
Train - ELIZABETH
Leaves from Pembury Circus (Y)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pembury Circus (Y)
    ID Y
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 254254
    Wait for bus
    254
    Aldgate
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal London Hospital (A)
    ID A
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Whitechapel
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station Ilford
    Ride to train station
    Ilford
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Hackney Downs to Ilford
The distance between Hackney Downs, Ilford and Ilford, Ilford is approximately 10.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hackney Downs to Ilford by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ilford – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Hackney Downs

Hackney Downs is located at Hackney Downs, Ilford and the nearest public transport station is Hackney Downs Station (N).

Tube stations close to Hackney Downs:

  • Bethnal Green

Train stations close to Hackney Downs:

  • Essex Road
  • Lea Bridge
  • Drayton Park

Bus stations close to Hackney Downs:

  • Hackney Downs Station (N)
  • Hackney Downs Station / Dalston Lane (M)
  • Amhurst Road / Dalston Lane (P)
Public transport stations close to Ilford, Ilford

Ilford is located at Ilford, Ilford and the nearest public transport station is Ilford Broadway (L).

Tube stations close to Ilford:

  • East Ham
  • Redbridge
  • Gants Hill

Train stations close to Ilford:

  • Seven Kings

Bus stations close to Ilford:

  • Ilford Broadway (L)
  • High Road Ilford, Ilford
  • High Road Ilford (M)
Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Hackney Downs to Ilford in Ilford, take the 254 bus from Pembury Circus (Y) station to Royal London Hospital (A) station. Next, take the ELIZABETH train from Whitechapel station to Ilford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

44min£4.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 254254
Train - ELIZABETH
Leaves from Pembury Circus (Y)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pembury Circus (Y)
    ID Y
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 254254
    Wait for bus
    254
    Aldgate
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal London Hospital (A)
    ID A
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Whitechapel
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 6
    Ride to train station Ilford
    Ride to train station
    Ilford
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Hackney Downs to Ilford?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line OVERGROUND, Bus line ELIZABETH.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Hackney Downs to Ilford?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 254, Bus line ELIZABETH.

  • Is there a direct train between Hackney Downs and Ilford?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hackney Downs to Ilford?

    The OVERGROUND train line goes from London Liverpool Street station near Hackney Downs in Hackney to Liverpool Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Liverpool Street station near Ilford in Ilford.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hackney Downs to Ilford by train?

    The total travel time between Hackney Downs in Hackney and Ilford in Ilford by train is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hackney Downs to get to Ilford?

    Get on the OVERGROUND train from the London Liverpool Street station near Hackney Downs in Hackney.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hackney Downs and Ilford?

    Get off the train at the Liverpool Street station, which is closest to Ilford in Ilford.

  • How much is the train fare from Hackney Downs to Ilford?

    The ride from Hackney Downs to Ilford costs £7.80.

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