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St Leonards to London Charing Cross by train

First train

05:15

Last train

23:29

Departure station

St Leonards

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

From 1h 29m

Distance

54 miles (87 km)

Frequency

82 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Southeastern

Taking the train from St Leonards to London Charing Cross in 1 hour 29 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from St Leonards to London Charing Cross? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 48 minutes to travel the 54 miles (87 km) from St Leonards to London Charing Cross by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 82 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Southeastern for all or at least part of your journey to London Charing Cross.

Book train tickets from St Leonards to London Charing Cross in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London Charing Cross by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from St Leonards to London Charing Cross

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

How do you travel to London Charing Cross from St Leonards?

To get to London Charing Cross from St Leonards, why not take the train? With 82 trains per day and an average journey time of 1 hour and 48 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from St Leonards to London Charing Cross by train?

On average, it takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes to travel from St Leonards to London Charing Cross by train, although you can get there in 1 hour and 29 minutes on the fastest services. With 82 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from St Leonards to London Charing Cross?

The fastest time a train can travel the 54 miles (87 km) from St Leonards to London Charing Cross is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from St Leonards to London Charing Cross?

Yes, there are direct trains that run between St Leonards and London Charing Cross. You'll usually find 82 travelling on this route each day.

Cheap train tickets from St Leonards to London Charing Cross

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for St Leonards to London Charing Cross is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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

† 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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