How to get from Ilford to Lewisham by DLR and bus?

From Ilford to Lewisham by DLR and bus

To get from Ilford to Lewisham in London, take the 86 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Stratford Bus Station (AP) station. Next, take the DLR DLR from Stratford station to Lewisham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

75min£4.75
Bus - 8686
DLR - DLR
Walk to Lewisham
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ilford
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Stratford
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stratford Bus Station (AP)
    ID AP
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to DLR station
    Walk to DLR station
    Stratford
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Lewisham
  • 6
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Lewisham
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lewisham
    Walk to
    Lewisham
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ilford to Lewisham by DLR and bus via 25 and DLR

To get from Ilford to Lewisham in London, take the 25 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Stratford Bus Station (E) station. Next, take the DLR DLR from Stratford station to Lewisham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

73min£4.75
Bus - 2525
DLR - DLR
Walk to Lewisham
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ilford
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    City Thameslink Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stratford Bus Station (E)
    ID E
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to DLR station
    Walk to DLR station
    Stratford
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Lewisham
  • 6
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Lewisham
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lewisham
    Walk to
    Lewisham
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ilford to Lewisham

The distance between Ilford, London and Lewisham, London is approximately 10.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ilford to Lewisham by DLR and 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 Lewisham, London

Lewisham is located at Lewisham, London and the nearest public transport station is Lewisham Station (B).

Train stations close to Lewisham:

  • Lewisham

Bus stations close to Lewisham:

  • Lewisham Station (B)
  • Lewisham Station (C)
  • Lewisham Station (D)

DLR stations close to Lewisham:

  • Lewisham
  • Greenwich
  • Elverson Road

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ilford to Lewisham by DLR and bus via 25 and DLR

To get from Ilford to Lewisham in London, take the 25 bus from Redbridge Central Library (Q) station to Stratford Bus Station (E) station. Next, take the DLR DLR from Stratford station to Lewisham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

73min£4.75
Bus - 2525
DLR - DLR
Walk to Lewisham
Leaves from Redbridge Central Library (Q)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ilford
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    City Thameslink Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stratford Bus Station (E)
    ID E
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to DLR station
    Walk to DLR station
    Stratford
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Lewisham
  • 6
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Lewisham
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lewisham
    Walk to
    Lewisham
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 86, Bus line DLR.

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

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 25, Bus line DLR.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one DLR line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

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

    The 86 bus line goes from Stratford station near Ilford to Stratford Bus Station (AP) station. From there you’ll have to take one DLR line till Stratford Bus Station (AP) station near Lewisham in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Ilford to Lewisham in London by bus and DLR?

    The total travel time between Ilford and Lewisham in London by bus and DLR is about 1 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the 86 bus from the Stratford stop near Ilford in London.

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

    Get off the bus at the Stratford Bus Station (AP) station, which is closest to Lewisham in London.

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

    The ride from Ilford to Lewisham costs £4.75.

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