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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 24 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:091h24Abbey Wood8:33Thornton Heath£81One-way0 changes
- 7:091h24Abbey Wood8:33Thornton Heath£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £55.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath:
A train is £32 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Thornton Heath take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 33m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 3m by car). Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath train times
The table below shows live departures for Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:09 Abbey Wood | 1h24 | 8:33 Thornton Heath | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 6:28 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: London Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath trainsLondon Overground, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Abbey Wood and Thornton Heath from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thornton Heath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Abbey Wood and Thornton Heath
Most Abbey Wood to Thornton Heath trains use the Abbey Wood Station to Thornton Heath station pair. Use this guide to compare Abbey Wood and Thornton Heath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Abbey Wood station do trains to Thornton Heath leave from?
Getting to Abbey Wood Station from Abbey Wood city centre
Abbey Wood Station train station facilities and services
Abbey Wood Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Abbey Wood Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Abbey Wood Station. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Abbey Wood Station: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Thornton Heath station do trains from Abbey Wood arrive at?
Thornton Heath train station facilities and services
Thornton Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thornton Heath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thornton Heath. ATMs are available at Thornton Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thornton Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thornton Heath: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thornton Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornton Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Booking Hall near the cash machine, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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