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Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Cambridge North (CMB)

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65

train journeys
per day

46

miles (74 kms)

1hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

00:21 / 00:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Ilford (IFD) to Cambridge North (CMB)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Ilford and Cambridge North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 65 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilford to Cambridge North is approximately 46 miles (74 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 15 mins.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Cambridge North.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilford to Cambridge North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 47 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ilford to Cambridge North

Journeys from Ilford to Cambridge North Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    00:21
    5 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    06:05
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    05:09
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    07:14
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    05:29
    2 hrs 14 mins3 changes
    07:43
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    05:58
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    08:09
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:33
    1 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    08:23
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:50
    2 hrs 10 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:00
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:59
    2 hrs 1 min2 changes
    09:00
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:23
    1 hrs 54 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:17
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:27
    1 hrs 50 mins2 changes - overtaken train
    09:17
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:31
    1 hrs 46 mins3 changes
    09:17
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:01
    1 hrs 58 mins2 changes
    09:59
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:31
    1 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    10:18
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:51
    2 hrs 7 mins1 change - overtaken train
    10:58
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:01
    1 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    10:58
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:21
    1 hrs 57 mins1 change - overtaken train
    11:18
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:31
    1 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    11:18
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:51
    2 hrs 8 mins1 change - overtaken train
    11:59
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:58
    2 hrs 1 min2 changes
    11:59
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:21
    1 hrs 57 mins1 change - overtaken train
    12:18
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:28
    1 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    12:18
    Ilford
    Cambridge North
    Ilford to Cambridge North

About Ilford Station

Station name Ilford (IFD)
AddressIlford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG
Managed byXR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Cambridge North Station

Station name Cambridge North (CMB)
AddressCambridge North Station, Cowley Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 0AE
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ilford and Cambridge North

The travel time between Ilford and Cambridge North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilford and Cambridge North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:11.

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Amenities on trains between Ilford and Cambridge North 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 & Cambridge North. owever, there are 65 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Ilford and Cambridge North.

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