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Elmers End to Elephant & Castle train prices and times

Looking to travel from Elmers End to Elephant & Castle? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.00, with average prices for this route around £9.90.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:23 50m, Direct Elmers End	06:13 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
05:37 47m, Direct Elmers End	06:24 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
05:37 47m, No direct Elmers End	06:24 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
05:53 50m, Direct Elmers End	06:43 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
05:53 51m, No direct Elmers End	06:44 Elephant & Castle	Find Tickets
06:00 1h 23m, Direct Elmers End	07:23 Paris	Find Tickets

Elmers End to Elephant & Castle train route details

First train

05:23

Last train

23:46

Departure station

Elmers End

Arrival station

Elephant & Castle

Journey time

39m

Distance

8 miles

Price

£5.00*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Elmers End to Elephant & Castle

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Elmers End to Elephant & Castle. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Elmers End to Elephant & Castle, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Elmers End to Elephant & Castle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Elmers End to Elephant & Castle 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 tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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