Taking the train from Selhurst to Catford in 38 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Selhurst to Catford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 29 minutes to travel the 5 miles (7 km) from Selhurst to Catford by train, although you can get there in as little as 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Thameslink or Southern, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Selhurst to Catford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Catford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Selhurst to Catford
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 Selhurst 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
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