Chessington South to Ilford by train
| First train | 19:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:08 | |
| Departure station | Chessington South | |
| Arrival station | Ilford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 33m | |
| Distance | 21 miles (35 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Chessington South to Ilford in 1 hour 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chessington South to Ilford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 38 minutes to travel the 21 miles (35 km) from Chessington South to Ilford by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with South Western Railway or Thameslink, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Chessington South to Ilford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ilford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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