The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Cowes
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Cowes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Cowes will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
To travel from London to Cowes you need to make at least 2 changes.
L80092+
· 9:352h23London Waterloo (WAT)11:58West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£411One-way2 changes
L80242+
· 11:053h13London Waterloo (WAT)14:18West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£431One-way2 changes
L80102+
· 10:352h33London Waterloo (WAT)13:08West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£431One-way2 changes
L80214+
· 8:052h43London Waterloo (WAT)10:48West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£541One-way2 changes
L80254+
G27422+
· 11:202h58London Victoria (VIC)14:18West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£911One-way3 changes
L80092+
· 9:352h23London Waterloo (WAT)11:58West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£411One-way2 changes
L79329+
G00997+
· 8:202h28London Waterloo (WAT)10:48West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£911One-way3 changes
L80102+
· 10:352h33London Waterloo (WAT)13:08West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£431One-way2 changes
L80214+
· 8:052h43London Waterloo (WAT)10:48West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£541One-way2 changes
L80254+
G27422+
· 11:202h58London Victoria (VIC)14:18West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW)£911One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, ferry and train for London to Cowes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Cowes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 117 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£51 Average Price | £43 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Cowes train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Cowes trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80214+ · | 8:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h43 | 10:48 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW) | 2 changes | |
L79329+ G00997+ · | 8:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h28 | 10:48 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW) | 3 changes | |
L80092+ · | 9:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h23 | 11:58 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW) | 2 changes | |
L80102+ · | 10:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h33 | 13:08 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW) | 2 changes | |
L80242+ · | 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h13 | 14:18 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW) | 2 changes | |
L80254+ G27422+ · | 11:20 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h58 | 14:18 West Cowes Ferry Terminal (WTW) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Cowes
Trains from London to Cowes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £22 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 23:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Cowes trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Cowes from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: London to Cowes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Cowes 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 Cowes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Cowes
Most London to Cowes trains use the London Waterloo to Ryde Hoverport station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Cowes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Cowes leave from?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Clapham High Street from London city centre
Clapham High Street is 4 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham High Street train station facilities and services
Clapham High Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clapham High Street.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham High Street: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham High Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham High Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility category C . This station does not have step-free access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Cowes station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to West Cowes Ferry Terminal from Cowes city centre
West Cowes Ferry Terminal train station facilities and services
West Cowes Ferry Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at West Cowes Ferry Terminal. ATMs are available at West Cowes Ferry Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Cowes Ferry Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Cowes Ferry Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Cowes Ferry Terminal: Facilities are accessible to those with mobility impairments.
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