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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from London Blackfriars to Ilford for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from London Blackfriars
- Departure station
- London Blackfriars station guide
- Address
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- Queen Victoria St, London EC4V 4DY
Operators serving London Blackfriars
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Facilities at London Blackfriars
- Ticket Office
- Shops
- Toilets
Parking & meeting your train
- NCP Car Park (0.2 miles)
Explore the area around London Blackfriars
- Tate Modern
- Millennium Bridge
About your departure station
Originally opened in 1886, the current Blackfriars station was completely rebuilt in 2012 with its unique platform spanning the Thames.
The £550m project created London's only station bridging the river.
Blackfriars played key roles in both World Wars for government traffic.
Its solar paneled roof symbolizes modern sustainable transport.
The station's history reflects London's financial district growth, surviving wartime damage and 1970s decline to emerge as a 21st century transport hub.
Blackfriars remains crucial for cross London travel, handling over 25 million passengers annually while showcasing innovative railway architecture.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from London Blackfriars to Ilford?
Open the ticket search and enter London Blackfriars 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 London Blackfriars 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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