How much does a train ticket from London to Christchurch cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Christchurch is $59. The best way to find train tickets from London to Christchurch is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Christchurch?

A train trip between London and Christchurch is around 2h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 90 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Christchurch?

The number of trains from London to Christchurch can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Christchurch by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Christchurch?

When taking the train from London to Christchurch, you can travel comfortably and safely with South Western Railway.

Train London to Christchurch from $18

Next departures

Next departures for London to Christchurch on August 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:05pm	Waterloo	1h 51m	4:56pm	Pokesdown	Cheapest
8:12am	Clapham Junction	1h 44m	9:56am	Pokesdown	Fastest
7:35am	Waterloo	2h 9m	9:44am	Pokesdown	No tags
7:35am	Waterloo	2h 9m	9:44am	Pokesdown	No tags
8:05am	Waterloo	1h 51m	9:56am	Pokesdown	No tags

Next departures for London to Christchurch on August 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:05pm	Waterloo	2h 4m	5:09pm	Pokesdown	Cheapest
8:12am	Clapham Junction	1h 45m	9:57am	Pokesdown	Fastest
7:03am	Waterloo	2h 3m	9:06am	Pokesdown	No tags
7:03am	Waterloo	2h 3m	9:06am	Pokesdown	No tags
7:35am	Waterloo	2h 12m	9:47am	Pokesdown	No tags

Train London to Christchurch: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$59

Average train trip duration2h 3m

Number of daily trains25

Earliest train departure7:03am

Distance92 miles (147 km)

Latest train departure9:35pm

Train Companies

South Western Railway

4/524 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.4

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the value for money but often complained with the wifi. South Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $19

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

London to Christchurch Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/21

$38

08/22

$42

Today

$26

08/24

$34

08/25

$42

08/26

$38

08/27

$22

08/28

$37

The cheapest trip from London to Christchurch was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $22

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 $22 to $143 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 $22 which is on 2025-08-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between London and Christchurch is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Christchurch.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Christchurch, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between London and Christchurch compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from London to Christchurch, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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