The cheapest and fastest trains from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 trains that leave West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) for Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.








Live departures
West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) train times
The table below shows live departures for West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) trains for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:22 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 0h12 | 15:34 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:13 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 0h14 | 17:27 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 06:13 West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) | 0h14 | 06:27 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
Trains from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 12m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 20:13 |
Train companies: Thameslink from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) trainsThameslink trains will get you between West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) and Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) to Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS) 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 Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in West Hampstead Thameslink (WHP) and Elstree & Borehamwood (ELS)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- The Wet Fish Cafe
- The Black Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- The Langorf Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express London - Swiss Cottage
- Quality Hotel Hampstead
- Located near the main entrance
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- London Underground: Jubilee Line at West Hampstead station
- Overground: West Hampstead Overground station nearby
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:30 Sunday 06:30 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Convenience store, coffee shop
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- 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: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking hall, main concourse
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside main entrance near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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