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Leatherhead to London Charing Cross by train

First train

07:02

Last train

17:28

Departure station

Leatherhead

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

From 1h 16m

Distance

17 miles (27 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern

How to travel from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Leatherhead and London Charing Cross, which usually take 1 hour 17 minutes to complete the 17 miles (27 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 16 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to London Charing Cross by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. South Western Railway, Southeastern or Southern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to London Charing Cross? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross

Want to know more about your journey from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to London Charing Cross from Leatherhead?

To travel to London Charing Cross from Leatherhead, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 16 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross?

Trains from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross take an average of 1 hour and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 16 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Leatherhead and London Charing Cross by train?

The quickest journey time between Leatherhead and London Charing Cross by train is 1 hour and 16 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross?

No, there are no direct trains running from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Leatherhead to London Charing Cross

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 Leatherhead to London Charing Cross 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.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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