🚌 Bus from Romford to Ilford
4 direct routes · about 39 min · first bus 00:00, last bus 22:00 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128 | Stagecoach London | ~39 min | 150 | 00:00 | 22:00 | Romford Station (Stop Z) |
| 86 | Stagecoach London | ~34 min | 148 | 00:05 | 14:05 | Romford Station (Stop Z) |
| 296 | Stagecoach London | ~46 min | 105 | 00:00 | 23:40 | Romford Station (Stop Z) |
| N86 | Stagecoach London | ~31 min | 32 | 00:23 | 04:45 | Gallows Corner (Stop GE) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Romford 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 Romford to Ilford?
4 routes run directly from Romford to Ilford: the 128 (Stagecoach London), the 86 (Stagecoach London), the 296 (Stagecoach London), the N86 (Stagecoach London).
How long does the bus take from Romford to Ilford?
Around 39 minutes on the 128, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Romford to Ilford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 128) leaves around 00:00 and the last around 22:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Romford to Ilford?
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.