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London to Ludlow by train
It takes an average of 6h 53m to travel from London to Ludlow by train, over a distance of around 125 miles (202 km). There are normally 113 trains per day traveling from London to Ludlow and tickets for this journey start from $36.01 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:23 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:39 am | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Ludlow | |
| Journey time | From 2h 54m | |
| Distance | 125 miles (202 km) | |
| Frequency | 113 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $36.01 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Chiltern Railways |
Traveling from London to Ludlow by train
Looking to travel from London to Ludlow by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 53 minutes to travel from London to Ludlow by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 54 minutes though. You'll usually find 113 trains per day running along the 202 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Ludlow, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from London to Ludlow start from $36.01 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
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 Ludlow by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Ludlow
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 Ludlow 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.
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