Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Leatherhead to West Malling

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

South Western Railway
Southeastern

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Leatherhead to West Malling

Trains to West Malling from Leatherhead

First train

04:47

Last train

22:22

Departure stationLeatherhead
Arrival stationWest Malling
Journey time

From 1h 53m

Distance

32 miles (52 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern

How to travel from Leatherhead to West Malling by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Leatherhead to West Malling? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Leatherhead and West Malling, which usually take 2 hours 4 minutes to complete the 32 miles (52 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to West Malling by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. South Western Railway, Southeastern or Southern are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

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 Leatherhead to West Malling if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to West Malling? 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.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Leatherhead to West Malling?

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

What is the fastest train from Leatherhead to West Malling?

The fastest trains from Leatherhead to West Malling can cover the distance of 32 miles (52 km) in as little as 1 hour and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Leatherhead to West Malling?

No, you can’t travel from Leatherhead to West Malling on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How far is West Malling from Leatherhead by train?

The distance from Leatherhead to West Malling is around 32 miles (52 km). When you travel between them by train, the fastest journey time takes 1 hour and 53 minutes.

What is the best way to get from Leatherhead to West Malling?

The best way to get from Leatherhead to West Malling is by taking a train. Trains offer a quick, comfortable journey taking just 1 hour and 53 minutes on the quickest services, with frequent departures throughout the day.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Leatherhead to West Malling?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Leatherhead to West Malling start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Leatherhead to West Malling is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link