This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Ilford with ease. To get to Ilford, you can fly into London (LCY-London City), the closest major airport, which is located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the city centre. Take advantage of metro transport at Gants Hill Underground Station, Newbury Park Station and Redbridge Underground Station. If you want to see more of the area, hop on a train from Ilford Station, Seven Kings Station or Goodmayes Station.