Take the train from Harpenden to Catford in 1 hour 11 minutes
If you want to travel from Harpenden to Catford by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Harpenden to Catford by train to take around 1 hour 11 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 3 trains per day running on this route, which spans 29 miles (47 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Catford. You can travel with Thameslink trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Harpenden to Catford are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to 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 Harpenden to Catford
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Harpenden to Catford 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
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