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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Gospel Oak to Ilford for your selected date and time.
For a connecting journey, check the interchange station, connection time and any transfer between stations. Review the whole itinerary and ticket conditions before paying.
Before you start your journey
Departing from Gospel Oak
- Departure station
- Gospel Oak station guide
- Address
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- Gospel Oak, NW5 1LT
Operators serving Gospel Oak
The operators listed for a station may differ from those used on a particular journey. Check your selected itinerary.
Facilities at Gospel Oak
- Ticket Machines
Parking & meeting your train
- Street parking
Explore the area around Gospel Oak
- Hampstead Heath
About your departure station
Opened in 1860 as part of the North London line, Gospel Oak became important for both freight and suburban traffic.
The station represents evolving urban railways serving diverse communities.
Gospel Oak's story reflects the area's development from railway lands to vibrant inner city district, with transport links maintaining connectivity through social changes.
Recent Overground electrification has enhanced services at this key interchange.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Gospel Oak to Ilford?
Open the ticket search and enter Gospel Oak as your departure station and Ilford as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Gospel Oak and Ilford?
Review the complete itinerary in the journey results. It shows the individual services and connections for the option you select.
Can I include a Railcard?
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