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Outbound fromAnerley to Thornton Heath by train
It takes an average of 1h 22m to travel from Anerley to Thornton Heath by train, over a distance of around 2 miles (3 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Anerley to Thornton Heath and tickets for this journey start from £4 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:56 | |
| Departure station | Anerley | |
| Arrival station | Thornton Heath | |
| Journey time | From 28m | |
| Distance | 2 miles (3 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £4 | |
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Take the train from Anerley to Thornton Heath in 28 minutes
If you want to travel from Anerley to Thornton Heath by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Anerley to Thornton Heath by train to take around 1 hour 22 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 27 trains per day running on this route, which spans 2 miles (3 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Thornton Heath. You can travel on this route with either Thameslink, London Overground or Southern. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Anerley to Thornton Heath start from £4.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Anerley to Thornton Heath
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Anerley to Thornton Heath is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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