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Shortlands to Wandsworth Town by train

First train

03:52

Last train

23:08

Departure station

Shortlands

Arrival station

Wandsworth Town

Journey time

From 54m

Distance

9 miles (15 km)

Frequency

25 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town? Look no further.

You'll usually find 25 trains per day running between Shortlands and Wandsworth Town, which usually take 1 hour 17 minutes to complete the 9 miles (15 km) journey. It can take as little as 54 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 Wandsworth Town by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. South Western Railway, Southeastern or Thameslink 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 Shortlands to Wandsworth Town if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Wandsworth Town? 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town? 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 Shortlands to Wandsworth Town take?

The average journey time by train between Shortlands and Wandsworth Town is 1 hour and 17 minutes, with around 25 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 Shortlands and Wandsworth Town by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town is 54 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town?

No, there are no direct train services from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town. Travelling from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town leave?

The first train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town leaves at 03:52. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town leave?

The last train from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town leaves at 23:08. 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 Shortlands and Wandsworth Town by train?

Trains travelling from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town cover a distance of around 9 miles (15 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Wandsworth Town to Shortlands.

Cheap train tickets from Shortlands to Wandsworth Town

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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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