The average train between Elsecar and London takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Elsecar to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Elsecar and London. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elsecar is at 10:33 PM which arrives into London at 1:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Meadowhall and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Elsecar to London. However, there are services departing from Elsecar station and arriving at London station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Elsecar to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Doncaster station.
Elsecar to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Elsecar to London train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Hull Trains and 3 other operators.
The distance between Elsecar and London is 238.2 km. The road distance is 285 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 38m. Two other operators also service this route.