Southeastern
Thameslink
Trains to Elephant & Castle from Shortlands
| First train | 03:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:55 | |
| Departure station | Shortlands | |
| Arrival station | Elephant & Castle | |
| Journey time | From 28m | |
| Distance | 7 miles (12 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Travelling from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle by train
If you're planning to travel from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle takes around 28 minutes. There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle.
Direct trains depart from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle.
Trains on this route are operated by Southeastern and Thameslink.
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3. Book split tickets
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4. 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.
5. 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 Shortlands to Elephant & Castle is right for you.
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§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.