Salfords to Merstham train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salfords to Merstham

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

21 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

6 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salfords to Merstham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salfords to Merstham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

To travel from Salfords to Merstham you need to make at least one change.

Thameslink
05:390h24
Salfords
06:03Merstham
£81One-way
1 change
Thameslink
08:090h24
Salfords
08:33Merstham
£81One-way
1 change
Thameslink
08:390h24
Salfords
09:03Merstham
£81One-way
1 change
Thameslink
09:090h24
Salfords
09:33Merstham
£81One-way
1 change
Thameslink
09:390h24
Salfords
10:03Merstham
£81One-way
1 change

Live departures

Salfords to Merstham train times

The table below shows live departures for Salfords to Merstham trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 18:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslink00:08 Salfords
5h36
05:44 Merstham1 change
thameslink05:39 Salfords
0h24
06:03 Merstham1 change
Southern06:11 Salfords
0h22
06:33 Merstham1 change
thameslink06:43 Salfords
0h20
07:03 Merstham1 change
thameslink07:13 Salfords
0h20
07:33 Merstham1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Salfords to Merstham by train

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Thameslink as well as Southern offer trains services from Salfords to Merstham.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salfords to Merstham

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Trains from Salfords to Merstham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 6 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
6 km
Average train duration
11m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
12m
First train
05:13
Last train
19:39
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, Southern from Salfords to Merstham trainsThameslink, Southern trains will get you between Salfords and Merstham from £6. 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
£6
Thameslink frequency
1 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

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
£10
Southern frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Salfords to Merstham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salfords to Merstham 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 Merstham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Salfords to Merstham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Salfords to Merstham covers a distance of 6 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 2 per day.
The train distance from Salfords to Merstham is 6 km.
The first train from Salfords to Merstham leaves at 5:13.
The last train from Salfords to Merstham departs at 19:39.
Trains from Salfords to Merstham run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salfords to Merstham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Salfords and Merstham. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
To travel from Salfords to Merstham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Salfords to Merstham.
The train station in Salfords that goes to Merstham is Salfords station (SAF), and it arrives at Merstham station (MHM).
The cheapest way to get from Salfords to Merstham is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Salfords to Merstham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Salfords to Merstham offers a glimpse of the picturesque Surrey countryside, with views of lush green fields, patches of woodland, and charming rural landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Salfords to Merstham is feasible as the journey takes just 12m and the distance is 6 km. The train frequency is 2 per day.
A visit to Merstham typically requires one to two days to explore its local attractions and enjoy the scenic countryside surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Salfords to Merstham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Salfords and Merstham

Salfords
Merstham
The major train station for departures in Salfords is Salfords. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salfords for your trip from Salfords to Merstham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:35 Saturday - Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Level access to platform 1 (to London). Steps to platform 2 (to Gatwick). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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