The cheapest and fastest trains from Idar-Oberstein to London
Cheapest price
£270
Average price
£270
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Idar-Oberstein to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Idar-Oberstein to London will cost around £270 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £270.
To travel from Idar-Oberstein to London you need to make at least 2 changes.
0:0512h25Idar-Oberstein12:30London£2701One-way2 changes
9:055h25Idar-Oberstein14:30London£2701One-way2 changes
11:065h29Idar-Oberstein16:35London£2701One-way2 changes
13:055h25Idar-Oberstein18:30London£2701One-way2 changes
17:055h25Idar-Oberstein22:30London£2701One-way2 changes
9:055h25Idar-Oberstein14:30London£2701One-way2 changes
13:055h25Idar-Oberstein18:30London£2701One-way2 changes
17:055h25Idar-Oberstein22:30London£2701One-way2 changes
11:065h29Idar-Oberstein16:35London£2701One-way2 changes
0:0512h25Idar-Oberstein12:30London£2701One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Idar-Oberstein to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Idar-Oberstein to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £270.
Distance: 561 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£270 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 59m Average total duration 22h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Idar-Oberstein to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Idar-Oberstein to London trains for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:05 Idar-Oberstein | 14h25 | 9:30 London | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 21 June | |||||
![]() | 0:05 Idar-Oberstein | 12h25 | 12:30 London | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:05 Idar-Oberstein | 5h25 | 14:30 London | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:06 Idar-Oberstein | 5h29 | 16:35 London | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:05 Idar-Oberstein | 5h25 | 18:30 London | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:05 Idar-Oberstein | 5h25 | 22:30 London | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Idar-Oberstein to London
Trains from Idar-Oberstein to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £270 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 561 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 561 km |
Average train duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £270 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 19:10 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Idar-Oberstein to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Idar-Oberstein to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Idar-Oberstein and London
- Monday: 07:30 13:30 - 12:30 17:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 13:30 - 12:30 17:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 13:30 - 12:30 17:30
- Thursday: 06:30 15:30 - 15:00 20:00
- Friday: 07:30 13:30 - 12:30 17:30
- Saturday: 09:30 - 15:00
- Sunday: 09:30 - 15:00
- Spießbratenhaus Kammerhof
- Eissalon San Marco
- Ratsstübchen
- Cafe am Markt
- Amethyst
- Edelstein-Hotel
- Schloßschenke
- City Hotel
- Hotel-Café Rieth
- Hotel-Café Rieth
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
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