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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Showing times and prices for 24 Nov
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
5 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Elephant & Castle (EPH) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.
06:270h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)06:40Elephant & Castle (EPH)
£51One-way
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05:470h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)06:00Elephant & Castle (EPH)
£51One-way
0 changes
06:270h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)06:40Elephant & Castle (EPH)
£51One-way
0 changes
05:470h13
London Kings Cross (KGX)06:00Elephant & Castle (EPH)
£51One-way
0 changes
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:07 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0h12 | 09:19 Elephant & Castle (EPH) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 14:12. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 14:12 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Thameslink from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) trainsThameslink trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Elephant & Castle (EPH) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£5
Thameslink frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) 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 Elephant & Castle (EPH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Kings Cross to Elephant & Castle is predominantly urban and not considered particularly scenic, as it travels through central London with views of cityscapes and residential areas.
Yes, a day trip from London Kings Cross to Elephant & Castle is feasible. The journey takes 12m and covers 5 km. Trains run 8 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) is by train, costing approximately £5.
The train journey from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) is 5 km.
The cost of a train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) leaves at 4:12.
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) departs at 14:12.
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH) run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Elephant & Castle (EPH). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH).
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH).
There is no night train service from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH).
To get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Elephant & Castle (EPH), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Elephant & Castle (EPH)
London
London
The major train station for departures in London is London Kings Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Kings Cross for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
The major train station for arrivals in London is Elephant & Castle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Elephant & Castle for your journey to London from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 20:10 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms 1 and 4
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:10 Saturday 06:40 - 20:10 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on platforms 1 and 4
Most popular train connections from London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most popular trains to and from Elephant & Castle (EPH) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most popular train connections to Elephant & Castle (EPH)
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