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Taking the train from London to Sarnen in 8 hours 7 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from London to Sarnen? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 11 hours 23 minutes to travel the 492 miles (792 km) from London to Sarnen by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from London to Sarnen are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Sarnen? 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 below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

London to Sarnen by train

First train

06:01

Last train

20:01

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Sarnen

Journey time

From 8h 7m

Distance

492 miles (792 km)

Frequency

18 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

FAQs about the train journey from London to Sarnen

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

How do you get to Sarnen from London?

To travel to Sarnen from London, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 11 hours and 23 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 8 hours and 7 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from London to Sarnen?

Trains from London to Sarnen take an average of 11 hours and 23 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 8 hours and 7 minutes. You'll usually find 18 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between London and Sarnen by train?

The quickest journey time between London and Sarnen by train is 8 hours and 7 minutes.

Are there direct trains from London to Sarnen?

No, there are no direct trains running from London to Sarnen, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

London to Sarnen train times

Check out the next trains departing from London to Sarnen for Tuesday 6th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:3118:088h 37m, 4 changes
11:3119:388h 7m, 5 changes
11:3120:088h 37m, 4 changes
13:3121:388h 7m, 5 changes
13:3122:088h 37m, 4 changes
14:3122:388h 7m, 5 changes
14:3123:389h 7m, 4 changes
16:3106:3814h 7m, 6 changes
16:3107:0814h 37m, 5 changes
17:0409:3816h 34m, 9 changes

Cheap train tickets from London to Sarnen

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from London to Sarnen by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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