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The cheapest and fastest trains from Isle of Wight to London

Showing times and prices for 29 Jul

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

2 h 8 m

Average duration

2 h 12 m

Trains per day

47

Distance

122 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Isle of Wight to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Isle of Wight to London will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Isle of Wight to London you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Red Funnel+South Western RailwayL80169
    19:303h16
    East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
    22:46London Waterloo (WAT)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Red Funnel+South Western RailwayL80143
    17:303h19
    East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
    20:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Red Funnel+South Western RailwayL80153
    18:303h16
    East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
    21:46London Waterloo (WAT)
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL80097
    12:303h19
    East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
    15:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £291One-way
    2 changes
  • Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL80105
    13:303h19
    East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
    16:49London Waterloo (WAT)
    £291One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, ferry and train for Isle of Wight to London

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Isle of Wight to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £46.

Distance: 122 km

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Coach
Ferry

£48

Average Price

£50

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 1m

Average total duration

2h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

28m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

Isle of Wight to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Isle of Wight to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL787506:05 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h14
8:19 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL787606:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h23
9:53 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +CrossCountryG00855+South Western RailwayL793476:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h20
9:50 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL788716:40 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h08
8:48 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL787607:15 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h38
9:53 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +CrossCountryG00855+South Western RailwayL793477:15 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h35
9:50 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL800647:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h19
10:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL787647:50 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h36
10:26 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL800648:25 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h24
10:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL801958:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
2h50
11:20 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL801959:00 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h20
11:20 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL802079:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h51
13:21 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL800689:35 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h12
11:47 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21606+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7965010:24 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h27
13:51 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Island LineG21606+South Western RailwaySW099100 · L7963810:24 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
2h59
13:23 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8020710:55 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h26
13:21 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21609+South Western RailwaySW099200 · L7965811:08 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h15
14:23 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8021711:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
2h51
14:21 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21612+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7967011:47 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h06
14:53 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8021712:05 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h16
14:21 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21615+South Western RailwaySW099300 · L7967812:24 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
2h58
15:22 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21615+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7969012:24 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h27
15:51 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8009712:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h19
15:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21618+South Western RailwaySW099400 · L7969813:08 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h14
16:22 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8009713:15 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h34
15:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8010513:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h19
16:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +CrossCountryG00891+South Western RailwayL7942513:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h15
16:45 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Island LineG21621+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7971013:47 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h05
16:52 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Island LineG21624+South Western RailwaySW099500 · L7971814:24 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
2h58
17:22 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +CrossCountryG00891+South Western RailwayL7942514:25 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h20
16:45 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8010514:25 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h24
16:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8024714:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
2h50
17:20 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21627+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7973015:08 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
2h44
17:52 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Island LineG21627+South Western RailwaySW099600 · L7973815:08 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h16
18:24 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8025715:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
2h50
18:20 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8011515:35 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h14
17:49 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21630+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7975015:47 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h12
18:59 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8025716:10 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h10
18:20 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21633+South Western RailwaySW099700 · L7975816:25 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
2h57
19:22 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +CrossCountryG00912+South Western RailwayL7945916:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h19
19:49 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8013316:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h21
19:51 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel · +South Western RailwayL8026716:45 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)
2h35
19:20 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Island LineG21636+Hovertravel · +South Western RailwayL7910417:08 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
2h51
19:59 London Waterloo (WAT)3 changes
Island LineG21636+South Western RailwaySW099800 · L7977617:08 Smallbrook Junction (SAB)
3h16
20:24 London Waterloo (WAT)2 changes
Red Funnel+South Western RailwayL8014317:30 East Cowes Ferry Terminal (ECW)
3h19
20:49 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Isle of Wight to London

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Trains from Isle of Wight to London run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £13 by ferry.

The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 3h 0m.

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
Ferry from £13
Distance
122 km
Average train duration
2h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
3h 0m
First train
5:30
Last train
21:40
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 days
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
Ferry from £13

Train companies: South Western Railway from Isle of Wight to London trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Isle of Wight and London from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£51
South Western Railway frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Isle of Wight to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Isle of Wight 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Isle of Wight to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Isle of Wight to London covers a distance of 122 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Isle of Wight to London is 122 km.
The first train from Isle of Wight to London leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Isle of Wight to London departs at 21:40.
Trains from Isle of Wight to London run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Isle of Wight to London.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Isle of Wight to London.
To get from Isle of Wight to London, you can choose from several travel options including coach, ferry and train.
There is no night train service from Isle of Wight to London.
The train station in Isle of Wight that goes to London is Smallbrook Junction (SAB), and it arrives at London Waterloo (WAT).
The cheapest way to get from Isle of Wight to London is by ferry, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Isle of Wight to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from the Isle of Wight Festival to London includes a scenic ferry ride across the Solent followed by a train ride through the picturesque Hampshire countryside, offering views of charming villages and lush landscapes before reaching the bustling cityscape of London.
A day trip from Isle of Wight Festival to London is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 0m and the distance is 122 km. Trains run 17 times per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Isle of Wight to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Isle of Wight and London

Most Isle of Wight to London trains use the Smallbrook Junction to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at London Victoria. Use this guide to compare Isle of Wight and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Isle of Wight
Arrival train stations in London

Which London station do trains from Isle of Wight arrive at?

Trains from Isle of Wight to London most often arrive at London Waterloo. Some services arrive at London Victoria, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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 · £1 · 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.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

London VictoriaLondon Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU+44 3450774224WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Victoria from London city centre

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

Bus24 · 8m · £2 · every ~25 min
148 · 9m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 10m · £2 · every ~46 min
390 · 25m · £2 · every ~26 min
26, N26 · 28m · £4 · every ~27 min
A8 · 37m · £1 · every ~10 min
SubwayCircle, District · 5m · £2 · every ~108 min

London Victoria train station facilities and services

London Victoria 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 and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Woolwich ArsenalWoolwich Arsenal station, Woolwich New Road, Woolwich, Greater London, SE18 6EU+44 3303339232ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Woolwich Arsenal from London city centre

Woolwich Arsenal is 13 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainDlr · 29m · £4 · every ~27 min
Dlr · 29m · £4 · every ~27 min
St Albans City - Gillingham, Kentish Town - Rainham, West Hampstead Thameslink - Rainham, Luton - Rainham, Kentish Town - Gillingham, Bedford - Rainham, Kentish Town - Gravesend, Kentish Town - Dartford, Kentish Town - Plumstead, West Hampstead Thameslink - Plumstead, St Albans City - Plumstead · 29m · £6 · every ~4 min
London Cannon Street - Dartford, London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street, London Cannon Street - Ramsgate, London Cannon Street - Barnehurst, London Cannon Street - Slade Green · 1h 0m · £14 · every ~13 min
BusN53 · 43m · £4 · every ~3 min
N1 · 45m · £68 · every ~2 min

Woolwich Arsenal train station facilities and services

Woolwich Arsenal has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Woolwich Arsenal.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Woolwich Arsenal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Woolwich Arsenal. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Woolwich Arsenal: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Woolwich Arsenal: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Woolwich Arsenal: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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