London to Chessington train with South Western Railway

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  • South Western RailwayL83256
    6:470h36
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:23Chessington South (CSS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83254
    6:170h36
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:53Chessington South (CSS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83256
    6:470h32
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:19Chessington North (CSN)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83268
    8:170h37
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    8:54Chessington South (CSS)
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83263
    7:470h33
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    8:20Chessington North (CSN)
    £111One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for London to Chessington

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Chessington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £58.

Distance: 20 km

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£10

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£58

Average Price

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

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30m

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1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

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Live departures

London to Chessington train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Chessington trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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South Western RailwayL832546:17 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:53 Chessington South (CSS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832546:17 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h32
6:49 Chessington North (CSN)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832566:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h32
7:19 Chessington North (CSN)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832566:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
7:23 Chessington South (CSS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832587:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h33
7:53 Chessington North (CSN)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832587:20 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
7:57 Chessington South (CSS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832637:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h33
8:20 Chessington North (CSN)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832637:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
8:24 Chessington South (CSS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832688:17 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
8:54 Chessington South (CSS)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832688:17 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h33
8:50 Chessington North (CSN)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832738:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h33
9:20 Chessington North (CSN)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL832738:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
9:24 Chessington South (CSS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Chessington

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Trains from London to Chessington run on average 11 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 34m.

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
Distance
20 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
34m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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

Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Chessington trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Chessington from £10. 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
34m
Cheapest Price
£10
South Western Railway frequency
10 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

Complete guide to Chessington

Things to do in Chessington

Discover the best of Chessington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chessington trip today.

  • Recommended

Kingston Museum

A local history museum in Kingston with displays on archaeology, art and the borough's past, useful for understanding the wider Chessington area.

Stanley Picker Gallery

An art gallery in Kingston presenting changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in a central riverside setting.

Bourne Hall Museum

A university gallery in Epsom showing contemporary exhibitions and events, with an intimate programme close to Chessington.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for Greater London: hotels and attraction-area dining cost more, but supermarkets, chain cafes and local buses help keep daily spend manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.

FAQs: London to Chessington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chessington 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 Chessington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Chessington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from London to Chessington covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from London to Chessington is 20 km.
The first train from London to Chessington leaves at 0:02.
The last train from London to Chessington departs at 23:50.
Trains from London to Chessington run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Chessington.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Chessington. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from London to Chessington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Chessington.
The train station in London that goes to Chessington is London Waterloo (WAT), and it arrives at Chessington South (CSS).
The cheapest way to get from London to Chessington is by train, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from London to Chessington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Chessington offers views of suburban landscapes, with glimpses of greenery and residential areas, but it is not typically considered a particularly scenic route.
A day trip from London to Chessington is feasible with a journey duration of 34m, a distance of 20 km, and a frequency of 8 times per day for trains.
For a fulfilling experience at Chessington, one to two days are typically sufficient to explore Chessington World of Adventures, enjoying its various rides, zoo, and themed areas.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Chessington.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Chessington

Most London to Chessington trains use the London Waterloo to Chessington South station pair, with some services arriving at Chessington North. Use this guide to compare London and Chessington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Chessington

Which London station do trains to Chessington leave from?

Trains from London to Chessington leave from London Waterloo. The station is 1 km from London city centre at London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW.
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 · £0.90 · 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 · £0.90 · 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.

WimbledonWimbledon station, The Broadway, Wimbledon, Greater London, SW19 7NLWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Wimbledon from London city centre

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

TrainLondon Waterloo - Hampton Court, London Waterloo - Chessington South, London Waterloo - Guildford, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - Woking, London Waterloo - Shepperton, London Waterloo - Dorking, London Waterloo - Hampton Wick, London Waterloo - Alton, London Waterloo - Reading, London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo - Basingstoke, London Waterloo - Haslemere, London Waterloo - Weymouth, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Bournemouth, London Waterloo - Salisbury, London Waterloo - Strawberry Hill, London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction, London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids, London Waterloo - Southampton Central, London Waterloo - Twickenham, London Waterloo - Petersfield, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Poole, London Waterloo - Epsom, London Waterloo - Farnham, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Wimbledon, London Waterloo - Surbiton, London Waterloo - Eastleigh, London Waterloo - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Waterloo - Honiton, London Waterloo - Andover, London Waterloo - Winchester, London Waterloo - Southampton Airport Parkway · 15m · £4 · every ~34 min
London Waterloo - Southampton Central, London Waterloo - Poole, London Waterloo - Bournemouth, London Waterloo - Dorking, London Waterloo - Guildford, London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids, London Waterloo - Salisbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Junction, London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo - Woking, London Waterloo - Weymouth, London Waterloo - Farnham, London Waterloo - Reading, London Waterloo - Epsom, London Waterloo - Shepperton, London Waterloo - Hampton Court, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - Strawberry Hill, London Waterloo - Twickenham, London Waterloo - Basingstoke, London Waterloo - Chessington South, London Waterloo - Alton, London Waterloo - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Waterloo - Haslemere, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Honiton, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Petersfield, London Waterloo - Andover, London Waterloo - Hampton Wick, London Waterloo - Eastleigh, London Waterloo - Winchester, London Waterloo - Wimbledon, London Waterloo - Surbiton, London Waterloo - Southampton Airport Parkway · 15m · £4 · every ~34 min
West Hampstead Thameslink - Sutton, London Blackfriars - Sutton, St Albans City - Sutton, Luton - Sutton, Kentish Town - Sutton, Bedford - Sutton, Kentish Town - Wimbledon, Luton - Wimbledon · 33m · £6 · every ~4 min
BusN87 · 36m · £50 · every ~5 min
156 · 48m · £2 · every ~24 min
SubwayDistrict · 31m · £11 · every ~28 min

Wimbledon train station facilities and services

Wimbledon 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 Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Wimbledon.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Wimbledon. ATMs are available at Wimbledon.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wimbledon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wimbledon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wimbledon: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wimbledon: 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.

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