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Winchester to Thornton Heath by train

First train

04:19

Last train

22:25

Departure station

Winchester

Arrival station

Thornton Heath

Journey time

From 1h 22m

Distance

58 miles (93 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Winchester to Thornton Heath in 1 hour 22 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Winchester to Thornton Heath? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 14 minutes to travel the 58 miles (93 km) from Winchester to Thornton Heath by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with South Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to Thornton Heath. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Winchester to Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Winchester to Thornton Heath? 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 Winchester to Thornton Heath take?

The average journey time by train between Winchester and Thornton Heath is 2 hours and 14 minutes, with around 14 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 Winchester and Thornton Heath by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Winchester to Thornton Heath is 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Winchester to Thornton Heath?

No, there are no direct train services from Winchester to Thornton Heath. Travelling from Winchester to Thornton Heath by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Winchester to Thornton Heath leave?

The first train from Winchester to Thornton Heath leaves at 04:19. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Winchester to Thornton Heath leave?

The last train from Winchester to Thornton Heath leaves at 22:25. 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 Winchester and Thornton Heath by train?

Trains travelling from Winchester to Thornton Heath cover a distance of around 58 miles (93 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Thornton Heath to Winchester.

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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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