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Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Aintree (AIN)

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19

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:21 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 7 changes)

8

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Aintree (AIN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Ilford and Aintree , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilford to Aintree is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 13 mins.

London Overground, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Aintree.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilford to Aintree. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ilford to Aintree

Journeys from Ilford to Aintree Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:21
    8 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    09:17
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    10:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 5 changes
    11:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:57
    4 hrs 50 mins 5 changes
    12:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:56
    5 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    14:02
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    14:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    15:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    16:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    17:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:58
    4 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    18:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:51
    5 hrs 11 mins 5 changes
    20:02
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:51
    5 hrs 11 mins 5 changes
    21:02
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:08
    4 hrs 54 mins 5 changes
    22:02
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:58
    5 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    23:02
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:51
    5 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    00:04
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:13
    10 hrs 21 mins 5 changes
    06:34
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:43
    10 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    07:47
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:01
    10 hrs 1 min 7 changes
    09:02
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:51
    9 hrs 26 mins 7 changes
    09:17
    Ilford
    Aintree
    Ilford to Aintree

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 Aintree Station

Station name Aintree (AIN)
Address Aintree station, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Merseyside, L9 5BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday 05:30 - 11:30
Monday to Friday 05:30 - 11:30
Saturday 05:30 - 11:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
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 Ilford and Aintree

The travel time between Ilford and Aintree by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilford and Aintree vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 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 Aintree 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 & Aintree. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Aintree.

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