What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Thornton Heath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elephant & Castle / London Road and arriving at Clifton Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant and Castle station to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle station and arriving at Thornton Heath via Balham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Thornton Heath is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath without a car is to subway and train which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Elephant & Castle / London Road station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath train from?

Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Elephant & Castle station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Clifton Road station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Balham Station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath is 8 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

There are 21024+ hotels available in Thornton Heath.

Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath - 4 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Elephant & Castle station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
2. Take the train from Balham to Thornton Heathtrain London Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
35 min
£6–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Clifton Roadbus 468
57 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heathtaxi 7.5 mi
23 min
£70–90
Drive 7.5 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heathcar 7.5 mi
23 min
£2–3

Elephant and Castle to Thornton Heath by subway and train

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England and Thornton Heath, England?

Arriva UK operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Clifton Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 57 min. Abellio London also services this route hourly.

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