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The cheapest and fastest trains from Headcorn to London
Showing times and prices for 15 Dec
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
64 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Headcorn to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Headcorn to London will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Headcorn for London every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
P7487610:430h58
Headcorn station (HCN)11:41London Bridge (LBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
P6359309:450h56
Headcorn station (HCN)10:41London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P7483509:130h58
Headcorn station (HCN)10:11London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P6348010:130h58
Headcorn station (HCN)11:11London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P7488408:450h56
Headcorn station (HCN)09:41London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P6359309:450h56
Headcorn station (HCN)10:41London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P7488408:450h56
Headcorn station (HCN)09:41London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P7487610:430h58
Headcorn station (HCN)11:41London Bridge (LBG)
£171One-way
0 changes
P7483509:130h58
Headcorn station (HCN)10:11London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
P6348010:130h58
Headcorn station (HCN)11:11London Bridge (LBG)
£181One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Headcorn to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Headcorn to London trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:31
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:43 Headcorn | 1h08 | 09:51 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:13 Headcorn | 0h58 | 13:11 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:44 Headcorn | 0h57 | 19:41 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| P63476 | On time 08:13 Headcorn station (HCN) | 0h59 | 09:12 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Headcorn to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Headcorn to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 56m.
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 64 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:54 |
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: Southeastern from Headcorn to London trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Headcorn and London from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
£8
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Headcorn to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Headcorn to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train journey from Headcorn to London offers a mix of scenic views, including charming countryside landscapes and picturesque rural settings, particularly in the initial stages before reaching the more urban areas closer to London.
Yes, a day trip from Headcorn to London is feasible. The journey takes 56m and covers a distance of 64 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
Booking trains from Headcorn to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Headcorn and London. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
The train distance from Headcorn to London is 64 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Headcorn to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The cheapest way to get from Headcorn to London is by train, costing approximately £8.
The train journey from Headcorn to London covers a distance of 64 km and takes approximately 56m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Headcorn that goes to London is Headcorn station (HCN), and it arrives at London Bridge (LBG).
The first train from Headcorn to London leaves at 0:08.
To get from Headcorn to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Headcorn to London departs at 23:54.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Headcorn to London.
Yes, you can take the train from Headcorn to London.
Trains from Headcorn to London run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Headcorn to London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Headcorn and London
Headcorn
London
The major train station for departures in Headcorn is Headcorn. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Headcorn for your trip from Headcorn to London.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:20 Saturday 07:10 - 13:50 Sunday 08:10 - 16:30 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London direct from station entrance. There is no step free access to Platform 1. Stepped access only to platform 1 for services towards London via the station footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: downside, behind taxi tenancy
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Headcorn
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt (Ashford side of the station)
The major train station for arrivals in London is Alexandra Palace. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alexandra Palace for your journey to London from Headcorn.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
9 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
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 in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:40 - 13:20 Sunday 08:10 - 13:20
Distance to city center
11 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.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 and 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:40 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
10 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Dining
- Lovegift Vegan
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London via lift. Step free access to platform 2 for services away from London via ramp from side entrance. Step free interchange via front of station. Step access to both platforms via booking hall.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: There are ticket machines on Platform 1 and in the booking hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:40 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:40
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting area On platform 1 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bicycle parking available on Platform 1 and 2 and outside the entrance to platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Blackheath
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Charlton - Route 89 bus stop (Bus stop D), near the Railway Tavern. Towards Lewisham - Opposite the Route 89 bus stop (Bus stop E) near the Railway Tavern
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