The cheapest and fastest trains from Headcorn to Shipley
Cheapest price
£171
Average price
£172
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Headcorn to Shipley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Headcorn to Shipley will cost around £172 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £171.
To travel from Headcorn to Shipley you need to make at least 2 changes.
0:438h44Headcorn9:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
6:434h44Headcorn11:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
7:354h52Headcorn12:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
8:444h43Headcorn13:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
9:434h44Headcorn14:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
8:123h59Headcorn12:11Shipley£1751One-way2 changes
10:123h59Headcorn14:11Shipley£1751One-way2 changes
8:444h43Headcorn13:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
6:434h44Headcorn11:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
9:434h44Headcorn14:27Shipley£1711One-way4 changes
Live departures
Headcorn to Shipley train times
The table below shows live departures for Headcorn to Shipley trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:10 Headcorn | 10h55 | 8:05 Shipley | 4 changes | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
![]() | 0:43 Headcorn | 8h44 | 9:27 Shipley | 4 changes | |
![]() | 0:43 Headcorn | 9h28 | 10:11 Shipley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:43 Headcorn | 4h44 | 11:27 Shipley | 4 changes | |
![]() | 7:35 Headcorn | 4h52 | 12:27 Shipley | 4 changes | |
![]() | 8:12 Headcorn | 3h59 | 12:11 Shipley | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:44 Headcorn | 4h43 | 13:27 Shipley | 4 changes | |
![]() | 9:43 Headcorn | 4h44 | 14:27 Shipley | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:12 Headcorn | 3h59 | 14:11 Shipley | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Headcorn to Shipley
Trains from Headcorn to Shipley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 337 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 337 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £132 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 0:43 |
Last train 21:10 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern from Headcorn to Shipley trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Headcorn and Shipley from £132. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Headcorn to Shipley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Headcorn to Shipley 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 Shipley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Headcorn and Shipley
Most Headcorn to Shipley trains use the Headcorn to Shipley station pair. Use this guide to compare Headcorn and Shipley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Headcorn station do trains to Shipley leave from?
Getting to Headcorn from Headcorn city centre
Headcorn train station facilities and services
Headcorn has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headcorn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Headcorn. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headcorn: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Headcorn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headcorn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London direct from station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Stepped access only to platform 1 for services towards London via the station footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Shipley station do trains from Headcorn arrive at?
Getting to Shipley from Shipley city centre
Shipley train station facilities and services
Shipley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shipley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shipley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shipley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shipley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shipley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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