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Wembley Central to Thornton Heath by train

First train

05:06

Last train

20:58

Departure station

Wembley Central

Arrival station

Thornton Heath

Journey time

From 42m

Distance

14 miles (22 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Southern

Taking the train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath in 42 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 48 minutes to travel the 14 miles (22 km) from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath by train, although you can get there in as little as 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Southern for all or at least part of your journey to Thornton Heath.

Book train tickets from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath take?

The average journey time by train between Wembley Central and Thornton Heath is 48 minutes, with around 16 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Wembley Central and Thornton Heath by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath is 42 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath?

Yes, it is possible to travel from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath without having to change trains. There are 16 direct trains from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

What time does the first train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath leave?

The first train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath leaves at 05:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath leave?

The last train from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath leaves at 20:58. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Wembley Central and Thornton Heath by train?

Trains travelling from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath cover a distance of around 14 miles (22 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Thornton Heath to Wembley Central.

Cheap train tickets from Wembley Central to Thornton Heath

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† 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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