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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Shortlands

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42

train journeys
per day

7

miles (12 kms)

28 mins

fastest journey

00:24 / 00:06

first / last train

38

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Shortlands

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands , with 38 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Shortlands is approximately 7 miles (12 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 37 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Shortlands. The fastest journey time on this route takes 28 mins.

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Shortlands Today

  • Mon 27th May
    00:24
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    05:37
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    05:20
    30 mins Direct
    05:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    05:50
    28 mins Direct
    06:18
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    06:21
    29 mins Direct
    06:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    06:50
    29 mins Direct
    07:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    07:20
    30 mins Direct
    07:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    07:50
    29 mins Direct
    08:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    08:20
    30 mins Direct
    08:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    08:50
    29 mins Direct
    09:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    09:20
    30 mins Direct
    09:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    09:50
    29 mins Direct
    10:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    10:20
    30 mins Direct
    10:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    10:50
    29 mins Direct
    11:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    11:20
    30 mins Direct
    11:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    11:50
    29 mins Direct
    12:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    12:20
    30 mins Direct
    12:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    12:50
    29 mins Direct
    13:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    13:20
    30 mins Direct
    13:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    13:50
    29 mins Direct
    14:19
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands
  • Mon 27th May
    14:20
    30 mins Direct
    14:50
    Elephant & Castle
    Shortlands
    Elephant & Castle to Shortlands

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
Address Elephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Shortlands Station

Station name Shortlands (SRT)
Address Shortlands station, Shortlands Road, Shortlands, Greater London, BR2 0JA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 38 direct services per day from Elephant & Castle to Shortlands

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Elephant & Castle and Shortlands, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.