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Highbury & Islington to Mottingham by train

First train

04:32

Last train

21:32

Departure station

Highbury & Islington

Arrival station

Mottingham

Journey time

From 52m

Distance

10 miles (16 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, Southeastern

About the train journey from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham

Want to travel from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham usually takes 55 minutes on average to travel 10 miles (16 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 52 minutes. You can expect to find 0 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Mottingham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Hop on a train operated by either Southeastern or London Overground to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.

You can save money on train tickets from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Highbury & Islington and Mottingham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham is 52 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham?

No, there are no direct train services from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham. Travelling from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham leave?

The first train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham leaves at 04:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham leave?

The last train from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham leaves at 21:32. 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 Highbury & Islington and Mottingham by train?

Trains travelling from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham cover a distance of around 10 miles (16 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Mottingham to Highbury & Islington.

Cheap train tickets from Highbury & Islington to Mottingham

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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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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