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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ilford (IFD)

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110

train journeys
per day

29

miles (47 kms)

1hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

02:46 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Ilford (IFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 110 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Ilford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 110 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Ilford is approximately 29 miles (47 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 13 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Ilford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Ilford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Ilford Today

  • Mon 20th May
    02:46
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    05:40
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    03:46
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    05:55
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    04:21
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    06:10
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    04:41
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    06:20
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    05:20
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    06:35
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    05:46
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    05:49
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    07:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    05:50
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    07:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    06:06
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    07:10
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    06:16
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    06:19
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    07:34
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    06:36
    1 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    07:40
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    06:46
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    07:52
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    07:06
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:09
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    07:16
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:19
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    07:19
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:34
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    07:36
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    07:46
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    08:49
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    07:49
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford
  • Mon 20th May
    08:06
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:09
    Gatwick Airport
    Ilford
    Gatwick Airport to Ilford

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Ilford Station

Station name Ilford (IFD)
Address Ilford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gatwick Airport and Ilford

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Ilford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Ilford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 110 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Gatwick Airport and Ilford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport and Ilford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gatwick Airport & Ilford. owever, there are 110 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Gatwick Express, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Ilford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Gatwick Airport and Ilford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.