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Spelthorne Museum
Local museum displaying the history of Spelthorne, from archaeology to modern life. A useful introduction to the area's people, industry and river heritage.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Staines-upon-Thames take longer:
Coach takes on average 27m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (19m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:38 Ascot | 0h19 | 8:57 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:08 Ascot | 0h19 | 9:27 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:38 Ascot | 0h19 | 9:57 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:08 Ascot | 0h19 | 10:27 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:38 Ascot | 0h19 | 10:57 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:08 Ascot | 0h19 | 11:27 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:38 Ascot | 0h19 | 11:57 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:08 Ascot | 0h19 | 12:27 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:38 Ascot | 0h19 | 12:57 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:08 Ascot | 0h19 | 13:27 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames run on average 8 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 18m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Local museum displaying the history of Spelthorne, from archaeology to modern life. A useful introduction to the area's people, industry and river heritage.
Historic house museum with displays on local history and a notable room dedicated to John Keats. Worth a short trip for literary and heritage interest.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Windsor Castle, showing paintings, drawings and changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection.
Popular riverside park and promenade by the Thames, ideal for walking, sitting by the water and watching boats near the heart of town.
Riverside route with broad Thames views, moorings and open green space. Especially pleasant for an easy stroll or sunset photographs.
Main shopping street through the centre, useful for experiencing the town's everyday character, historic churchyard and quick access to the river.
A comforting suet pastry filled with beef and kidney, long linked with Thames-side pubs and classic English cookery in the South East.
Cold roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. A traditional Sunday meal widely eaten in Surrey and the Thames Valley.
Battered white fish with chipped potatoes, a staple takeaway and pub meal across riverside towns like Staines-upon-Thames.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service.
Popular riverside pub with British classics, drinks and a relaxed setting by the Thames. Good for roasts and casual meals.
Historic pub and dining room serving hearty British dishes and ales in a traditional atmosphere near the town centre.
Moderate for South East England: hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but usually cheaper than central London. Rail fares can add up for day trips.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames 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 Staines-upon-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ascot to Staines-upon-Thames trains use the Ascot to Staines station pair. Use this guide to compare Ascot and Staines-upon-Thames 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.
Staines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staines.
Wi-Fi is available at Staines. ATMs are available at Staines.
Ticket office support is available at Staines. 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 Staines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Staines: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staines: 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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