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It takes an average of 18m to travel from London to Herne Hill by train, over a distance of around 4 miles (6 km). There are normally 298 trains per day travelling from London to Herne Hill and tickets for this journey start from £4.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:32 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Herne Hill | |
| Journey time | From 9m | |
| Distance | 4 miles (6 km) | |
| Frequency | 298 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £4.30 | |
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How to travel from London to Herne Hill by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London to Herne Hill? Look no further.
You'll usually find 298 trains per day running between London and Herne Hill, which usually take 18 minutes to complete the 4 miles (6 km) journey. It can take as little as 9 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Both Southeastern and Thameslink trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London to Herne Hill start from £4.30 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Herne Hill? 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.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Herne Hill
Book in advance
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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 London to Herne Hill 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
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.