| First train | 04:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:21 | |
| Departure station | Ilford | |
| Arrival station | Manchester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 1m | |
| Distance | 165 miles (265 km) | |
| Frequency | 84 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Get from Ilford to Manchester in as little as 3 hours 1 minute on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Ilford to Manchester takes around 4 hours 26 minutes. There are around 84 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Ilford and Manchester, you'll need to make 2 changes.
London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales trains run on this route.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
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