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Bourne Hall Museum
The main local museum explores Epsom and Ewell’s social history, archaeology, and spa heritage beside the library and Bourne Hall park.
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
5 m
Average duration
5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashtead to Epsom is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashtead to Epsom will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ashtead for Epsom every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 3 km distance in an average of 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 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 Ashtead to Epsom among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £2.
Distance: 3 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£2 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Ashtead to Epsom trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:43 Ashtead | 0h05 | 14:48 Epsom | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ashtead to Epsom run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 5m.
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:58 |
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The main local museum explores Epsom and Ewell’s social history, archaeology, and spa heritage beside the library and Bourne Hall park.
A compact military museum presenting the history of the Royal Automobile Club’s wartime links and local service stories at Headley Court.
An art space in nearby Leatherhead showing changing exhibitions by Surrey artists, making an easy cultural stop from Epsom.
The famous chalk downs are ideal for walking, racecourse views, and open panoramas. It is Epsom’s classic outdoor destination.
A central public park with lake, fountains, gardens, and family-friendly paths beside the museum, library, and community venue.
A broad area of woodland, heath, and viewpoints north of town, popular for walks, horse riding, and quieter countryside scenery.
A shortcrust pastry pie with seasoned minced beef filling. A British comfort staple commonly found in Surrey pubs and bakeries.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A classic local pub dish widely eaten across Surrey and the wider South East.
Beer-battered white fish with chips, usually with mushy peas or tartare sauce. A much-loved British takeaway and pub favourite in Epsom.
Well-known local Italian restaurant for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Stylish restaurant in Epsom Downs area serving refined Indian dishes with attentive service and an upmarket feel.
Historic town-centre pub serving British classics, cask ales and Sunday roasts in a traditional, welcoming setting.
Moderate for south-east England. Dining and hotels cost more than in many UK towns, but local buses and rail deals can help keep visitor costs manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashtead to Epsom 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 Epsom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ashtead to Epsom trains use the Ashtead to Epsom station pair, with some services arriving at Epsom Downs. Use this guide to compare Ashtead and Epsom train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ashtead is 1 km from Ashtead city centre. Public transport options include:
Ashtead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ashtead.
Wi-Fi is available at Ashtead.
Ticket office support is available at Ashtead.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ashtead: Parking, WC.
Available at Ashtead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashtead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to platforms. Interchange between platforms via level crossing. Step free access to coffee stall on platform 1 - limited times only. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Epsom has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Epsom.
Wi-Fi is available at Epsom. ATMs are available at Epsom.
Ticket office support is available at Epsom.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Epsom: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Epsom: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Epsom: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is on the station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Epsom Downs is 2 km from Epsom city centre. Public transport options include:
Epsom Downs has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Epsom Downs.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Epsom Downs: Parking.
Available at Epsom Downs: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Epsom Downs: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is under the canopy above the Help Point, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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