How much is the train ticket from London to Christchurch?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Christchurch start from R 320. The average price for this train route is around R 1 396. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Christchurch?

The average train journey time from London to Christchurch is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 142 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by South Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Christchurch route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 25 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Christchurch?

The earliest train from London to Christchurch departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train London to Christchurch from R 301

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Christchurch on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:35	Waterloo	2h 5m	17:40	Pokesdown	Cheapest
Train	09:12	Clapham Junction	1h 45m	10:57	Pokesdown	Fastest
Train	08:35	Waterloo	2h 4m	10:39	Pokesdown	No tags
Train	08:35	Waterloo	2h 4m	10:39	Pokesdown	No tags
Train	15:05	Waterloo	2h 4m	17:09	Pokesdown	No tags

Next departures from London to Christchurch on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:35	Waterloo	2h 5m	17:40	Pokesdown	Cheapest
Train	08:05	Waterloo	1h 48m	09:53	Christchurch	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waterloo	2h 3m	09:06	Pokesdown	No tags
Train	07:03	Waterloo	2h 3m	09:06	Pokesdown	No tags
Train	07:35	Waterloo	2h 12m	09:47	Pokesdown	No tags

Next departures from London to Christchurch on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Waterloo	2h 3m	09:06	Pokesdown	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Clapham Junction	1h 45m	09:57	Pokesdown	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waterloo	2h 3m	09:06	Pokesdown	No tags
Train	07:35	Waterloo	2h 12m	09:47	Pokesdown	No tags
Train	07:35	Waterloo	2h 12m	09:47	Pokesdown	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:50 AM GMT.

Get from London to Christchurch

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just R 320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25train per day

2h 1mAverage duration

142 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the Wi-Fi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 320

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Christchurch by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Christchurch?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Christchurch start from R 320. The average price for this train route is around R 1 396. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Christchurch?
The average train journey time from London to Christchurch is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 142 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by South Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Christchurch route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 25 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Christchurch?
The earliest train from London to Christchurch departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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15/12

R 814

Today

R 507

17/12

R 444

18/12

R 507

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R 507

20/12

R 504

21/12

R 301

The cheapest trip from London to Christchurch was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 301

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Christchurch as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 301 to R 2 932 for a train ticket from London to Christchurch based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 301, which is on 2025-12-21.