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Compare train and coach for Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£24 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Thornton Heath take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 29m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (36m by train vs 49m by car). Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £3 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath
Trains from Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath run on average 4 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 50m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 22:19 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Kingston upon Thames and Thornton Heath from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames and Thornton Heath
Most Kingston upon Thames to Thornton Heath trains use the Kingston to Thornton Heath station pair. Use this guide to compare Kingston upon Thames and Thornton Heath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Kingston upon Thames station do trains to Thornton Heath leave from?
Getting to Kingston from Kingston upon Thames city centre
Kingston train station facilities and services
Kingston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kingston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kingston. ATMs are available at Kingston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kingston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kingston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kingston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kingston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station 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: No.
Getting to Norbiton from Kingston upon Thames city centre
Norbiton train station facilities and services
Norbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norbiton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norbiton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norbiton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norbiton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norbiton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Tolworth from Kingston upon Thames city centre
Tolworth is 4 km from Kingston upon Thames city centre. Public transport options include:
Tolworth train station facilities and services
Tolworth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tolworth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tolworth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tolworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tolworth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Tolworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tolworth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station - This station does not have step-free access. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Thornton Heath station do trains from Kingston upon Thames 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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