🚌 Bus from Ilford to South Woodford
3 direct routes · about 16 min · first bus 00:20, last bus 21:14 (weekdays).
💷 London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL2 | Arriva London North | ~16 min | 150 | 00:20 | 21:14 | Ilford Station (Stop G) |
| 123 | Go Ahead London | ~22 min | 149 | 00:00 | 23:48 | Hainault Street (Stop W) |
| 179 | Stagecoach London | ~22 min | 140 | 00:15 | 23:55 | Hainault Street (Stop W) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ilford on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Ilford to South Woodford?
3 routes run directly from Ilford to South Woodford: the SL2 (Arriva London North), the 123 (Go Ahead London), the 179 (Stagecoach London).
How long does the bus take from Ilford to South Woodford?
Around 16 minutes on the SL2, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ilford to South Woodford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the SL2) leaves around 00:20 and the last around 21:14. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ilford to South Woodford?
London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted.