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Ham House and Garden
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
The table below shows live departures for Ascot to Richmond trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80815 | On time 19:08 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h37 | 19:45 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80825 | On time 19:38 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h37 | 20:15 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
Q23372 | On time 19:53 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h34 | 20:27 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80834 | On time 20:08 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h37 | 20:45 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80844 | On time 20:38 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h37 | 21:15 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80853 | On time 21:11 Ascot station (ACT) | 0h35 | 21:46 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ascot to Richmond run on average 4 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 37m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Richmond — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Richmond trip today.
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
Museum on Richmond’s local history, art and heritage, with displays on the town, the Thames and notable residents. Compact, informative and central.
Small gallery and museum dedicated to J. M. W. Turner in the house he designed. It offers an intimate view of the artist’s life and work.
Large historic green framed by Georgian and Victorian buildings. It is ideal for a relaxed stroll and sits close to shops, theatres and riverside paths.
Vast parkland of deer, woods and open grassland with excellent walking and cycling. It is one of Richmond’s classic outdoor attractions.
Famous terrace and viewpoint above the Thames with broad river views, gardens and woodland walks. A classic place for scenery and photographs.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding from the county, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Sunday lunches across Richmondshire.
Wensleydale cheese, made in nearby Wensleydale, is a crumbly cow’s milk cheese long associated with the Yorkshire Dales and often eaten with fruit cake.
Yorkshire curd tart is a traditional regional sweet tart made with curd cheese, eggs, butter and dried fruit, linked to old farmhouse baking.
Smart hotel restaurant in a Georgian country house, serving refined British dishes with local ingredients in elegant surroundings.
Well-known café and bakery by the market, good for Yorkshire cakes, pastries, light lunches and tea in a casual local atmosphere.
Popular riverside inn with modern British cooking, local produce and a relaxed dining room overlooking the River Swale.
Richmond is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel and dining costs due to its London location, though public transport and casual eating remain manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ascot to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ascot to Richmond trains use the Ascot to Richmond station pair. Use this guide to compare Ascot and Richmond train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ascot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ascot.
Wi-Fi is available at Ascot. ATMs are available at Ascot.
Ticket office support is available at Ascot. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ascot: Parking, WC.
Available at Ascot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ascot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to all other platforms. Step-free access is only available from the main entrance. From the subway entrance on the south side, access to all platforms is via steps only, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the main station building, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Richmond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Richmond.
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond. ATMs are available at Richmond.
Ticket office support is available at Richmond.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Richmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Richmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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