Port Talbot Parkway to Clapham Junction by Train
Traveling by train to Clapham Junction from Port Talbot Parkway is usually a pleasant, relaxing and scenic journey.
As with all rail travel in the United Kingdom unless you book your ticket far in advance the price of your train ticket to Clapham Junction from Port Talbot Parkway could be rather costly, especially if you book to travel during peak times.
However, by using this journey planner to check train times and compare Port Talbot Parkway to Clapham Junction train ticket prices, even just before you travel, you could still find availability of the cheapest advance fare train tickets, more so if you are able to change your departure time to be a few minutes earlier or later.
Port Talbot Parkway to Clapham Junction Train Timetables
Both personalised and comprehensive train timetables for trains operating between Port Talbot Parkway and Clapham Junction may be viewed and downloaded here.
Clapham Junction Train Station
Clapham Junction, located in the Battersea area of London, is one of the busiest railway stations in Europe, with over 2,000 trains passing through daily.
It serves as a major interchange for both national rail and London Overground services, connecting passengers to destinations across South London, Surrey, Sussex, and beyond.
Opened in 1863, the station is a key hub for Southern, South Western Railway and Thameslink services. It provides direct routes to London Victoria, London Waterloo, Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and other important locations. Despite its name, Clapham Junction is not in Clapham but in nearby Battersea, close to Wandsworth Common.
The station features 17 platforms, making it one of the largest in the UK by platform count. It is well-equipped with facilities, including ticket offices, waiting areas, shops, and step-free access to most platforms. However, due to its age, some sections lack modern accessibility features.
Clapham Junction is surrounded by a vibrant area with shops, restaurants, and the Northcote Road market nearby. It also has strong transport links, with multiple bus routes and a short distance to Clapham Common Underground station (Northern Line).
Despite its busy nature, the station has faced criticism for overcrowding and delays, though ongoing upgrades aim to improve capacity and passenger experience. Its strategic location and extensive connections make it a vital part of London’s transport network.
IMPORTANT: If you use this journey planner to book your Port Talbot Parkway to Clapham Junction train journey your ticket will include travel on any other trains, including the London Underground, that you may need take to reach your final destination. You will not need to purchase any additional tickets.
Port Talbot Parkway Station Information
As your train journey to Clapham Junction begins in Port Talbot Parkway you may find the following additional information on about your departure train station useful:
Train Operators Serving Port Talbot Parkway
Facilities at Port Talbot Parkway Railway Station:
Car Parking at Port Talbot Parkway Train Station
Port Talbot Parkway Station Address
- Station Rd, Port Talbot SA13 1DE
