High Wycombe to London train with Chiltern Railways

Trains from High Wycombe to London

Taking the train is a fast, efficient, and affordable way to make the trip from High Wycombe to London. Travellers will encounter plenty of options whenever they need to book trains from High Wycombe to London, with 2-4 services every hour, seven days per week. Journeys aren't long, either, with durations averaging around 35 minutes.

High Wycombe to London Train Time: Daily departures

Trains leave from High Wycombe for London every day, with very slight differences in the number of services on weekdays and weekends. Whenever a journey is needed, expect a choice of over 40 direct options every day with around 2-4 departures per hour. Trains run from just before 8:00 a.m. until shortly after 8:00 p.m.

How long is the journey by train from High Wycombe to London?

Travellers shouldn't expect a long journey when taking trains from High Wycombe to London. Durations tend to start at around 25 minutes and can stretch to as much as 50 minutes on indirect services. However, when no changes are needed the average journey time is around 35 minutes - much faster than coaches or taxis.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from High Wycombe to London? 

Departure train station: trains from High Wycombe to London leave from High Wycombe Station, which is located on Totteridge Road, close to the town centre. Travellers can walk or catch local buses with ease, and transfers from most parts of town shouldn't take longer than 15 minutes. At the station there are ATMs, toilets, seating, a coffee shop, and public WiFi is also provided.

Arrival train station: every train from High Wycombe to London will run straight into London Marylebone station, which is in north-central London. From there, travellers can switch to London Underground or bus services to reach the city centre, and transfers will take 15-20 minutes to locations like Oxford Street or Westminster. There are cafes, shops, toilets, WiFi, and passengers can also take advantage of left-luggage lockers at the station if required.

Which train companies travel from High Wycombe to London?

Travellers can currently only book tickets with one company when heading from High Wycombe to London. Chiltern Railways is the sole operator, providing direct connections seven days a week, all year-round.

Chiltern Railways High Wycombe to London

Chiltern runs direct trains from High Wycombe to London, so there's no need to change along the way. Many are express services, which take from 25-30 minutes, although slower trains are also part of the schedule. These trains can take up to 50 minutes, so many passengers may wish to avoid them if time is a major consideration.

High Wycombe to London trains: services onboard

When travellers board trains from High Wycombe to London with Chiltern Railways, a comfortable experience is to be expected. However, Chiltern Railways is different from other rail companies in not offering First-Class. Instead, for an extra fee travellers can sit in the "Business Zone" where quiet conditions are assured. This area also offers unlimited WiFi, personal power sockets, and extra table space. Generally, passengers can take on board whatever they can carry, provided it can be stored in luggage racks. Folding bikes are fine, but regular bikes may be excluded before 10:00 a.m. and after 4:30 p.m. Travellers can take up to two dogs, as long as they are leashed, while all other animals must be stored in safe containers measuring up to 85 x 60 x 60 cm. There are also special provisions for disabled travellers. If help is required, the Chiltern Railways Assisted Travel Team is available, but help must be booked before 10:00 p.m. on the day before boarding. Trains also have wheelchair and mobility scooter spaces, along with the capacity to store folding wheelchairs without any problems.

How do I find cheap train tickets from High Wycombe to London?

Whenever travellers book a train from High Wycombe to London, it pays to shop smart to find the best fares. During the day, fares are fairly constant, with few variations for peak and off-peak periods. And it's generally not possible to make savings by choosing indirect journeys. However, Chiltern Railways do sometimes schedule discount tickets, and they should show up on the Omio database. There's scope to make group bookings as well, and these tickets can carry 1/3 saving. Journeys into London may also qualify for Family Travelcards, which offer discounts for combinations of adults and the under 15s. Finally, booking in advance can deliver reductions, so be sure to plan London adventures beforehand. That way, the savings can be put to good use at shops and attractions.