🚌 Bus from South Woodford to Ilford
3 direct routes · about 18 min · first bus 00:35, last bus 17:29 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 | Go Ahead London | ~18 min | 150 | 00:35 | 17:29 | Charlie Browns Roundabout (Stop H) |
| SL2 | Arriva London North | ~16 min | 150 | 00:10 | 20:58 | High Road South Woodford (Stop Q) |
| 179 | Stagecoach London | ~22 min | 141 | 00:15 | 23:55 | South Woodford (Stop C) |
Times are for the first boarding point in South Woodford 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 South Woodford to Ilford?
3 routes run directly from South Woodford to Ilford: the 123 (Go Ahead London), the SL2 (Arriva London North), the 179 (Stagecoach London).
How long does the bus take from South Woodford to Ilford?
Around 18 minutes on the 123, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from South Woodford to Ilford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 123) leaves around 00:35 and the last around 17:29. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from South Woodford 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.