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Ham House and Garden
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
22 m
Trains on 20 Sept
6
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Richmond is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Richmond will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 6 trains from Kingston upon Thames to Richmond, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
L81972
L82031
L82070
L82011
L82051
L81972
L82031
L82070
L82011
L82051The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Thames to Richmond trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L81972 | 8:48 Kingston (KNG) | 0h22 | 9:10 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81991 | 9:48 Kingston (KNG) | 0h22 | 10:10 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82011 | 10:48 Kingston (KNG) | 0h22 | 11:10 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82031 | 11:48 Kingston (KNG) | 0h22 | 12:10 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82051 | 12:48 Kingston (KNG) | 0h22 | 13:10 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82070 | 13:48 Kingston (KNG) | 0h22 | 14:10 Richmond station (RMD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Kingston upon Thames to Richmond run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 19m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Richmond — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Richmond trip today.
Historic house museum with period rooms, gardens and decorative arts. It gives a vivid sense of upper-class life beside Richmond Park.
Museum on Richmond’s local history, art and heritage, with displays on the town, the Thames and notable residents. Compact, informative and central.
Small gallery and museum dedicated to J. M. W. Turner in the house he designed. It offers an intimate view of the artist’s life and work.
Large historic green framed by Georgian and Victorian buildings. It is ideal for a relaxed stroll and sits close to shops, theatres and riverside paths.
Vast parkland of deer, woods and open grassland with excellent walking and cycling. It is one of Richmond’s classic outdoor attractions.
Famous terrace and viewpoint above the Thames with broad river views, gardens and woodland walks. A classic place for scenery and photographs.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding from the county, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Sunday lunches across Richmondshire.
Wensleydale cheese, made in nearby Wensleydale, is a crumbly cow’s milk cheese long associated with the Yorkshire Dales and often eaten with fruit cake.
Yorkshire curd tart is a traditional regional sweet tart made with curd cheese, eggs, butter and dried fruit, linked to old farmhouse baking.
Smart hotel restaurant in a Georgian country house, serving refined British dishes with local ingredients in elegant surroundings.
Well-known café and bakery by the market, good for Yorkshire cakes, pastries, light lunches and tea in a casual local atmosphere.
Popular riverside inn with modern British cooking, local produce and a relaxed dining room overlooking the River Swale.
Richmond is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel and dining costs due to its London location, though public transport and casual eating remain manageable.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Thames to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kingston upon Thames to Richmond trains use the Kingston to Richmond station pair, with some services arriving at North Sheen. Use this guide to compare Kingston upon Thames and Richmond train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kingston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kingston.
Wi-Fi is available at Kingston. ATMs are available at Kingston.
Ticket office support is available at Kingston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kingston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kingston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kingston: 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 all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station 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: No.
Tolworth is 4 km from Kingston upon Thames city centre. Public transport options include:
Tolworth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tolworth.
Wi-Fi is available at Tolworth.
Ticket office support is available at Tolworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tolworth: Parking.
Available at Tolworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tolworth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station - This station does not have step-free access. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Richmond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Richmond.
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond. ATMs are available at Richmond.
Ticket office support is available at Richmond.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Richmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Richmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond: 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 all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
North Sheen is 1 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
North Sheen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at North Sheen.
Wi-Fi is available at North Sheen.
Ticket office support is available at North Sheen.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Sheen: Parking.
Available at North Sheen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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