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Elephant & Castle to Clapham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Elephant & Castle to Clapham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £3.50, with average prices for this route around £8.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:38 Elephant & Castle	05:16 Clapham Junction	38m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:50 Elephant & Castle	05:28 Clapham Junction	38m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:52 Elephant & Castle	05:32 Clapham Junction	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:56 Elephant & Castle	05:35 Clapham Junction	39m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:00 Elephant & Castle	05:40 Clapham Junction	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:09 Elephant & Castle	05:47 Paris	38m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Elephant & Castle to Clapham train route details

First train

04:38

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Elephant & Castle

Arrival station

Clapham

Journey time

18m

Distance

4 miles

Price

£3.50*

Train Operators

London Overground, Thameslink, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Clapham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Elephant & Castle to Clapham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Elephant & Castle to Clapham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Elephant & Castle to Clapham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Elephant & Castle to Clapham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Elephant & Castle to Clapham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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