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The Picture Gallery, Royal Holloway
Gallery and museum space in a historic college with changing exhibitions. It offers a thoughtful cultural stop close to Ascot.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
52 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
52 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ascot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ascot will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 trains from London to Ascot, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ascot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 40 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Ascot:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ascot costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Ascot take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 30m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (53m by train vs 1h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £21 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.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
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.
The table below shows live departures for London to Ascot trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:20 London | 0h52 | 9:12 Ascot | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:20 London | 0h52 | 10:12 Ascot | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Ascot run on average 9 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 43m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Ascot — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ascot trip today.
Gallery and museum space in a historic college with changing exhibitions. It offers a thoughtful cultural stop close to Ascot.
Museum dedicated to air power history with aircraft, engines and hands-on displays. A strong choice for families and aviation enthusiasts.
Local heritage museum covering Windsor and the surrounding area through objects, photographs and changing displays in the Guildhall.
Celebrated ornamental garden with woodland walks, seasonal planting and landscaped vistas. One of the area’s best outdoor visits.
Historic parkland with long drives, deer, lakes and varied walking routes. Ideal for a classic day out near Ascot.
Broad avenue through Windsor Great Park leading towards the Copper Horse. It is known for memorable views and straightforward walking.
A classic Berkshire pork sausage dish, often seasoned with herbs. It reflects the county’s strong farming tradition and is a staple in hearty local meals.
A soft white cheese traditionally made in Berkshire from ewe’s milk. It is prized locally for its creamy texture and long rural cheesemaking heritage.
An old Berkshire apple dessert of stewed apples baked beneath a rich pastry crust. It showcases the county’s orchard produce and homely cooking.
Elegant British fine dining in a country-house setting, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service near Ascot.
Contemporary Indian restaurant serving refined curries and tandoori dishes in an intimate setting close to Ascot’s centre.
Smart gastropub with modern British dishes, Sunday roasts and a relaxed village atmosphere popular with local diners.
Ascot is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel and dining costs driven by racecourse demand; rail to London adds moderate transport costs.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxis: round up or add 5-10%. Cafés: no obligation, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ascot 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 Ascot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Ascot trains use the London Waterloo to Ascot station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Ascot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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 Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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: Yes.
Ascot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ascot.
Wi-Fi is available at Ascot. ATMs are available at Ascot.
Ticket office support is available at Ascot. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ascot: Parking, WC.
Available at Ascot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ascot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to Platform 1. Lifts to all other platforms. Step-free access is only available from the main entrance. From the subway entrance on the south side, access to all platforms is via steps only, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the main station building, 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.
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