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Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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52

train journeys
per day

47

miles (76 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

00:21 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Canterbury East (CBE)

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On a typical weekday there are 52 scheduled rail journeys between Ilford and Canterbury East , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 52 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilford to Canterbury East is approximately 47 miles (76 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 29 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Canterbury East.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilford to Canterbury East. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Ilford to Canterbury East Today

  • Mon 13th May
    00:21
    7 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    07:39
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    06:13
    1 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    07:59
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:09
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:15
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:19
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    09:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    07:36
    2 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:11
    1 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:52
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:15
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:19
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:23
    2 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    08:41
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    09:09
    1 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    09:21
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    09:26
    2 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    09:39
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    10:13
    1 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    10:21
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    10:43
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East
  • Mon 13th May
    11:13
    1 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:54
    Ilford
    Canterbury East
    Ilford to Canterbury East

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

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilford and Canterbury East

The travel time between Ilford and Canterbury East by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilford and Canterbury East vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 52 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ilford & Canterbury East. owever, there are 52 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Canterbury East.

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