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How to get from Ilford to Luton by train?

From Ilford to Luton by train

To get from Ilford to Luton in London, take the ELIZABETH train from Ilford station to Farringdon station. Next, take the THAMESLINK train from Farringdon station to Luton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min.

71min
Walk to train station
Train - ELIZABETH
Train - THAMESLINK
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
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Farringdon
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 6
    Ride to train station Luton
    Ride to train station
    Luton
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ilford to Luton by Tube and train

To get from Ilford to Luton in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the ELIZABETH train from Ilford station to Farringdon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HAMMERSMITH & CITY Tube and finally take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from St Pancras station to Luton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is £14.60.

72min£14.60
Walk to train station
Train - ELIZABETH
Tube - HAMMERSMITH & CITY
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
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
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Farringdon
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - HAMMERSMITH & CITY
    Wait for Tube
    HAMMERSMITH & CITY
    Hammersmith
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    King's Cross St. Pancras
    2 min
  • 7
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Corby
  • 8
    Ride to train station Luton
    Ride to train station
    Luton
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ilford to Luton

The distance between Ilford, London and Luton, London is approximately 40.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ilford to Luton 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 Luton, London

Luton is located at Luton, London and the nearest public transport station is Luton.

Bus stations close to Luton:

  • Luton
  • Luton Station Interchange, Luton Town Centre
  • Rail Station Entrance, High Town

From Ilford to Luton by Tube and train

To get from Ilford to Luton in London, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the ELIZABETH train from Ilford station to Farringdon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HAMMERSMITH & CITY Tube and finally take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from St Pancras station to Luton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is £14.60.

72min£14.60
Walk to train station
Train - ELIZABETH
Tube - HAMMERSMITH & CITY
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
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
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Farringdon
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - HAMMERSMITH & CITY
    Wait for Tube
    HAMMERSMITH & CITY
    Hammersmith
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    King's Cross St. Pancras
    2 min
  • 7
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Corby
  • 8
    Ride to train station Luton
    Ride to train station
    Luton
    27 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line THAMESLINK.

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

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line ELIZABETH, Bus line HAMMERSMITH & CITY, Bus line EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ilford to Luton 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 Luton in London

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

    The total travel time between Ilford and Luton in London by train is about 1 hr 11 min.

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

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

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