HENLEY-ON-THAMES to LONDON WATERLOO train from £9 with Elizabeth line

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£27

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£27

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

1 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

1 h 36 m

Trains on 20 Sept

Distance

55 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

To travel from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least 2 changes.

Y80616 · C06051+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
10:001h34
Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)
11:34London Waterloo (WAT)
£271One-way
2 changes
Y80628 · V13485+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
11:001h34
Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)
12:34London Waterloo (WAT)
£271One-way
2 changes
Y80598 · C47869+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
8:301h31
Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)
10:01London Waterloo (WAT)
£271One-way
2 changes
Y80604 · C06050+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
9:001h31
Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)
10:31London Waterloo (WAT)
£271One-way
2 changes
Y80622+C37763+Tube from Bond Street (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo
10:301h49
Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)
12:19London Waterloo (WAT)
£271One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a coach costs an average of £41.

Distance: 55 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£27 Average Price Cheapest	£41 Average Price	£11 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) is a train with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT):

A train is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £41.

The fastest way to travel from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 7m.

Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) and London Waterloo (WAT) including taking a coach and train.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 17m sooner (1h 7m by train vs 1h 24m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £11 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.

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.

Live departures

Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Y80598 · C47869+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo	8:30 Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)	1h31	10:01 London Waterloo (WAT)	2 changes
Y80604 · C06050+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo	9:00 Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)	1h31	10:31 London Waterloo (WAT)	2 changes
Y80610+C37678+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo	9:30 Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)	1h53	11:23 London Waterloo (WAT)	2 changes
Y80616 · C06051+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo	10:00 Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)	1h34	11:34 London Waterloo (WAT)	2 changes
Y80622+C37763+Tube from Bond Street (Elizabeth line) to London Waterloo	10:30 Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)	1h49	12:19 London Waterloo (WAT)	2 changes
Y80628 · V13485+Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo	11:00 Henley-on-Thames station (HOT)	1h34	12:34 London Waterloo (WAT)	2 changes
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Why should you book Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains with Omio?

Elizabeth line as well as Great Western Railway offer trains services from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT).

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Why book with Omio vs Elizabeth line?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Elizabeth line, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT)

United Kingdom

Trains from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:30, the last at 08:30. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £9

Distance

55 km

Average train duration

1h 7m

Cheapest ticket price

£27

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 2m

First train

8:30

Last train

8:30

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Thu

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £9

Train companies: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsElizabeth line, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Great Western Railway Duration

1h 2m

Cheapest Great Western Railway Price

£27

Great Western Railway frequency

6 a day

Luggage included

Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Learn more about Great Western Railway

Elizabeth line

About

Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Elizabeth line Duration

1h 22m

Cheapest Elizabeth line Price

£27

Elizabeth line frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

Standard luggage allowance included with ticket

Luggage storage

Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refunds available through TfL website or customer service

Refund

Full refund available for service cancellations

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome

Quiet zone

FAQs: Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £27.

The train journey from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 6 per day.

The train distance from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 55 km.

The first train from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 8:30.

The last train from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 8:30.

Trains from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 6 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT).

To get from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT).

The cheapest way to get from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by coach, costing approximately £9.

Booking trains from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Henley-on-Thames to London Waterloo offers scenic views of the English countryside, including the picturesque Thames Valley, charming villages, and lush greenery, particularly in the initial segments before reaching the more urban areas approaching London.

Yes, a day trip from Henley-on-Thames to London Waterloo is feasible as the journey takes only 1h 2m. The distance is 55 km, with trains running 5 times per day.

Yes, you can take the train from Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) and London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Henley-on-Thames to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Henley-on-Thames station (HOT) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Henley-on-Thames

Arrival train stations in London

Henley-on-ThamesHenley-on-Thames station, Station Approach, off Station Road, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1AY+44 3451652030 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Henley-on-Thames from Henley-on-Thames city centre

Bus28, 28a · 2m · £2 · every ~7 min

152 · 2m

Henley-on-Thames train station facilities and services

Henley-on-Thames has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Henley-on-Thames.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Henley-on-Thames.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Henley-on-Thames.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Henley-on-Thames: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Henley-on-Thames: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Henley-on-Thames: 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about Henley-on-Thames

London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · £2 · every ~27 min

SubwayNorthern · 3m · £0.90 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.