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Clifton Down to London by train

First train

05:17

Last train

23:32

Departure station

Clifton Down

Arrival station

London

Journey time

From 2h 3m

Distance

107 miles (172 km)

Frequency

60 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink

Take the train from Clifton Down to London in 2 hours 3 minutes

If you want to travel from Clifton Down to London by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Clifton Down to London by train to take around 3 hours 37 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 60 trains per day running on this route, which spans 107 miles (172 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to London. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Clifton Down to London are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Clifton Down to London? 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 Clifton Down to London take?

The average journey time by train between Clifton Down and London is 3 hours and 37 minutes, with around 60 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 Clifton Down and London by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Clifton Down to London is 2 hours and 3 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Clifton Down to London?

No, there are no direct train services from Clifton Down to London. Travelling from Clifton Down to London by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Clifton Down to London leave?

The first train from Clifton Down to London leaves at 05:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Clifton Down to London leave?

The last train from Clifton Down to London leaves at 23:32. 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 Clifton Down and London by train?

Trains travelling from Clifton Down to London cover a distance of around 107 miles (172 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London to Clifton Down.

Cheap train tickets from Clifton Down to London

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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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