4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Ilford
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€29
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Ilford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Ilford will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Ilford without transferring at least once.
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C378995:08 AM1h50Luton station (LUT)6:58 AMIlford station (IFD)€271One-way2 transfers- W45584+C352653:41 AM1h59Luton station (LUT)5:40 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- C22620+C378484:50 AM1h30Luton station (LUT)6:20 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- W45560+C378575:08 AM1h20Luton station (LUT)6:28 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- C22613+C352714:20 AM1h50Luton station (LUT)6:10 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- W45560+C378575:08 AM1h20Luton station (LUT)6:28 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- C22620+C378484:50 AM1h30Luton station (LUT)6:20 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- W45575+C352684:09 AM1h46Luton station (LUT)5:55 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
- W45560+G61670+C378995:08 AM1h50Luton station (LUT)6:58 AMIlford station (IFD)€271One-way2 transfers
- C22613+C352714:20 AM1h50Luton station (LUT)6:10 AMIlford station (IFD)€291One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Ilford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Ilford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Ilford:
A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Ilford costing on average €25.
Other travel options to Ilford take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 26m.
Live departures
Luton to Ilford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Ilford trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C22620+C37848 | 4:50 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h30 | 6:20 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45560+C37857 | 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 6:28 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45560+G61670+C37899 | On time 5:08 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h50 | 6:58 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C22625+C37882 | 5:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h26 | 6:46 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45385+C37915 | On time 6:02 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h08 | 7:10 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45532+C37932 | On time 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h09 | 7:22 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45532+G58756+C37972 | On time 6:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h39 | 7:52 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C10100+G58763+C37987 | On time 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h40 | 8:04 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C10100+C37947 | On time 6:24 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h10 | 7:34 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| C22594+P02527+C38012 | On time 6:31 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h48 | 8:19 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C10082+C38102 | On time 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h18 | 9:19 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| C10082+G07197+C38136 | On time 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h45 | 9:46 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| W45524+G58809+C38144 | On time 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h39 | 9:52 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| W45524+C38109 | 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h11 | 9:24 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| C10019+G58814+C38160 | 8:17 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h47 | 10:04 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C10019+C38125 | 8:17 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h17 | 9:34 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32951+C38164 | On time 8:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h11 | 10:10 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45523+C38179 | 9:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h09 | 10:22 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45523+G07212+C37841 | On time 9:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h37 | 10:50 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C10039+C38194 | On time 9:17 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h18 | 10:35 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32966+C37827 | On time 9:29 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h14 | 10:43 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45525+C37849 | On time 9:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h15 | 10:58 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| C10043+C37859 | On time 9:47 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h18 | 11:05 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W32947+C37867 | On time 9:59 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h14 | 11:13 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45545+C37893 | On time 10:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h15 | 11:28 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45545+G58855+C37926 | On time 10:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h37 | 11:50 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 2 transfers | |
| C10016+C37902 | 10:17 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h18 | 11:35 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| W45584+C35265 | On time 3:41 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h59 | 5:40 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| W45575+C35268 | 4:09 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h46 | 5:55 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
| C22613+C35271 | 4:20 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h50 | 6:10 AM Ilford station (IFD) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Ilford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton to Ilford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Luton to Ilford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Ilford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Ilford
Most Luton to Ilford trains use the Luton to Ilford station pair, with some services arriving at Seven Kings. Use this guide to compare Luton and Ilford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luton station do trains to Ilford leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton train station facilities and services
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Ilford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
Getting to Ilford from Ilford city centre
Ilford train station facilities and services
Ilford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ilford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ilford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category C. This station does not have step-free access. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located At the York Mews station entrance At the Ilford Hill temporary station entrance At the Ilford south station entrance, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Seven Kings from Ilford city centre
Seven Kings is 1 km from Ilford city centre. Public transport options include:
Seven Kings train station facilities and services
Seven Kings has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seven Kings.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Seven Kings.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Seven Kings. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seven Kings: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Seven Kings: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seven Kings: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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