- Must visit
Preston Park Museum & Grounds
Stockton's main museum and art gallery presents local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions in an elegant town-centre setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 28
€61
Average ticket price on Sep 28
€127
Fastest journey on Sep 28
2 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
2 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 28
39
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Thornaby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Thornaby will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
On Mon, Sep 28, we found 39 trains from London to Thornaby, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 28 the direct trains cover the 345 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
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G80185The table below shows live departures for London to Thornaby trains for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G80146+ C24632 | On time 4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h59 | 7:32 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80146+ G85959 | On time 4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h09 | 7:42 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
Y14856+ G85959 | On time 5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h42 | 7:42 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80149+ G85972 | On time 5:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h07 | 8:41 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80149+ C24638 | On time 5:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h55 | 8:29 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C01913+ G16007 | On time 6:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h56 | 9:29 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
Y14860+ G85984 | On time 7:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h41 | 9:41 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02104+ C32375 | On time 7:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h30 | 11:04 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02104+ G16003 | On time 7:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h01 | 10:35 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 28 | |||||
C02049+ G15888 | 6:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h59 | 9:32 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80199+ C32289 | 7:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 10:23 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02010+ G15897 | 7:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h56 | 10:29 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C00217+ C32291 | 7:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h35 | 11:23 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80205+ C32291 | 8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 11:23 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02000+ G15896 | 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h55 | 11:28 AM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80211+ C32294 | 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 12:23 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02036+ G85855 | 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h09 | 12:42 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02036+ C24590 | 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h55 | 12:28 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80216+ C32300 | 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h18 | 1:21 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02052+ G85866 | 10:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h10 | 1:43 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02052+ C24597 | 10:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h55 | 1:28 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C00207+ G85866 | 11:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h43 | 1:43 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80224+ C32308 | 11:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 2:23 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C01966+ G85878 | 11:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h10 | 2:43 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C01966+ G16000 | 11:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h56 | 2:29 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80228+ C32318 | 12:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 3:23 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02047+ C24608 | 12:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h54 | 3:27 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
Y14851+ G85896 | 1:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h44 | 3:44 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80234+ C32326 | 1:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 4:23 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02111+ G85912 | 1:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h09 | 4:42 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02111+ G16023 | 1:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h55 | 4:28 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80241+ C32332 | 2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 5:23 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02040+ G85927 | 2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h11 | 5:44 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C02040+ C24619 | 2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h55 | 5:28 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
Y14852+ G85927 | 3:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h44 | 5:44 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
G80247+ C32339 | 3:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h20 | 6:23 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
C01984+ G16020 | 3:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h56 | 6:29 PM Thornaby station (TBY) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from London to Thornaby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (345 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 9:58 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Thornaby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Thornaby trip today.
Stockton's main museum and art gallery presents local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions in an elegant town-centre setting.
University art gallery in Middlesbrough showing contemporary exhibitions. It is valued for accessible programming and fresh regional perspectives.
Railway heritage museum in Darlington with locomotives and stories of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, crucial to local transport history.
Large riverside park with gardens, woodland, and a museum. It is one of the best nearby places for walking, relaxing, and family visits.
Historic high street across the river, known for its remarkable width, events, and links to Stockton's market heritage and civic buildings.
Regenerated riverside route by the Tees Barrage. Popular for walking and cycling, with water views and easy access to modern leisure spaces.
A Teesside staple of sliced ham or corned beef, pease pudding and stottie bread. It is a classic North East lunch tied to local bakeries and football days.
A sweet bun spiced with saffron and currants, long linked to Cleveland and the North East. Traditionally eaten toasted with butter at teatime.
A dense round flatbread from the North East, often split and filled with bacon, ham or sausage. It is a working-class bakery classic across Teesside.
Well-known riverside venue at nearby Yarm offering modern British dining, steaks and cocktails in a polished, contemporary setting.
Established Italian restaurant in Thornaby known for pasta, pizzas and a friendly, relaxed setting suited to families and casual dinners.
Popular casual grill restaurant serving parmos, burgers and spicy chicken dishes. Lively local atmosphere and generous portions.
More affordable than London and many UK cities, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs for most visitors.
Restaurants may add a service charge; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Thornaby Railway Station -> Stockton High Street, Thornaby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Thornaby 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 Thornaby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Thornaby trains use the London Kings Cross to Thornaby station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Thornaby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 4 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminal 4. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 4.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 4: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Thornaby is 2 km from Thornaby city centre. Public transport options include:
Thornaby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Thornaby.
Wi-Fi is available at Thornaby.
Ticket office support is available at Thornaby.
Available at Thornaby: Parking, WC.
Available at Thornaby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornaby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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