First train | 04:35 | |
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Last train | 23:09 | |
Departure station | Herne Hill | |
Arrival station | South Merton | |
Journey time | From 24m | |
Distance | 6 miles (9 km) | |
Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Want to find out more about taking the train from Herne Hill to South Merton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 38 trains per day running between Herne Hill and South Merton, which usually take 27 minutes to complete the 6 miles (9 km) journey. It can take as little as 24 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. Thameslink trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to South Merton.
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 Herne Hill to South Merton if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to South Merton? 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.
The average journey time by train between Herne Hill and South Merton is 27 minutes, with around 38 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Herne Hill to South Merton is 24 minutes.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Herne Hill to South Merton without having to change trains. There are 38 direct trains from Herne Hill to South Merton each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Herne Hill to South Merton leaves at 04:35. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Herne Hill to South Merton leaves at 23:09. 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.
Trains travelling from Herne Hill to South Merton cover a distance of around 6 miles (9 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from South Merton to Herne Hill.
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