London to Kingston upon Thames train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Kingston upon Thames

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£10

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£10

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

28 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

28 m

Trains on 18 Sept

40

Distance

16 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Kingston upon Thames will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 40 trains from London to Kingston upon Thames, including 37 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 28 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.

  • South Western RailwayL82980
    0:120h28
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    0:40Kingston (KNG)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL82868
    5:570h28
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:25Kingston (KNG)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83643
    6:000h46
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    6:46Kingston (KNG)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83653
    7:000h45
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:45Kingston (KNG)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL83649
    6:300h46
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:16Kingston (KNG)
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Kingston upon Thames

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Kingston upon Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £54.

Distance: 16 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£54

Average Price

£16

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

30m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

57m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London to Kingston upon Thames is a train with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Kingston upon Thames:

A train is £44 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to Kingston upon Thames costing on average £54.

The fastest way to travel from London to Kingston upon Thames is by train with an average journey time of 30m.

Other travel options to Kingston upon Thames take longer:

Coach takes on average 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Kingston upon Thames including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 26m faster (30m by train vs 56m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with South Western Railway.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London to Kingston upon Thames train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Kingston upon Thames trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western RailwayL82980+SouthernG88186
Delayed
23:21 0:02London Victoria (VIC)
0h38
0:40 Kingston (KNG)
1 change
South Western RailwayL82980
On time
0:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
0:40 Kingston (KNG)
0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL83639+SouthernG883485:20 London Victoria (VIC)
0h56
6:16 Kingston (KNG)1 change
South Western RailwayL836395:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
6:16 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL82868+SouthernG883515:50 London Victoria (VIC)
0h35
6:25 Kingston (KNG)1 change
South Western RailwayL828685:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
6:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836436:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
6:46 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828706:27 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
6:55 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836496:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
7:16 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819246:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
7:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828746:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
7:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836537:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h45
7:45 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819317:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
7:40 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828777:27 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
7:55 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836597:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
8:16 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819387:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
8:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828817:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
8:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836638:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
8:46 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819478:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
8:40 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828838:27 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
8:55 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836698:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
9:16 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819568:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
9:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828878:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
9:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819659:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
9:40 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828899:27 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
9:55 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL836799:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h47
10:17 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819749:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
10:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828939:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
10:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8368310:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
10:46 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8198310:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
10:40 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8289510:27 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
10:55 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8368910:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
11:16 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8199310:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
11:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8289910:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h30
11:27 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8206214:12 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
14:40 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8291914:27 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
14:55 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8372914:30 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
15:16 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8207214:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
15:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8292314:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
15:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL8373315:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
15:46 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Kingston upon Thames

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Trains from London to Kingston upon Thames run on average 8 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 28m.

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
16 km
Average train duration
30m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
28m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 Kingston upon Thames trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Kingston upon Thames 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 South Western Railway Duration
28m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£10
South Western Railway frequency
25 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 Kingston upon Thames

Things to do in Kingston upon Thames

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

  • Recommended

Kingston Museum

Kingston’s local museum covering the borough’s history, Eadweard Muybridge, archaeology and changing riverside life.

  • Recommended

Dorich House Museum

An art museum and former home of sculptor Dora Gordine, featuring her studio, interiors and rotating exhibitions in Coombe.

Kingston Museum of Firefighting

A compact heritage museum in the former Lambeth Road fire station, displaying historic appliances and local firefighting history.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for Greater London: lodging is often pricey, but dining and suburban rail or bus costs are slightly lower than in central London.

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

Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis often round up or add 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.

FAQs: London to Kingston upon Thames train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 28m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from London to Kingston upon Thames is 16 km.
The first train from London to Kingston upon Thames leaves at 0:01.
The last train from London to Kingston upon Thames departs at 23:58.
Trains from London to Kingston upon Thames run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Kingston upon Thames.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Kingston upon Thames. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from London to Kingston upon Thames, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London to Kingston upon Thames.
The train station in London that goes to Kingston upon Thames is London Waterloo (WAT), and it arrives at Kingston (KNG).
The cheapest way to get from London to Kingston upon Thames is by train, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from London to Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames offers a mix of urban and suburban views. While it primarily travels through residential areas and some green spaces, it is not typically described as scenic compared to more rural or coastal routes.
Yes, a day trip from London to Kingston upon Thames is feasible, with a travel time of 28m, a distance of 16 km, and a frequency of 9 trains per day.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Kingston upon Thames, allowing time to visit highlights such as Hampton Court Palace, the riverside, and local markets.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Kingston upon Thames.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Kingston upon Thames

Most London to Kingston upon Thames trains use the London Waterloo to Kingston station pair, with some services arriving at Norbiton. Use this guide to compare London and Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames

Which London station do trains to Kingston upon Thames leave from?

Trains from London to Kingston upon Thames 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.

VauxhallVauxhall station, South Lambeth Road, Vauxhall, Greater London, SW8 1SSWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Vauxhall from London city centre

Vauxhall is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Waterloo - Hampton Court, London Waterloo - London Waterloo, London Waterloo - Chessington South, London Waterloo - Guildford, London Waterloo - Woking, London Waterloo - Windsor & Eton Riverside, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Reading, London Waterloo - Shepperton, London Waterloo - Dorking, London Waterloo - Hampton Wick, London Waterloo - Staines, London Waterloo - Virginia Water, London Waterloo - Hounslow, London Waterloo - Ascot, London Waterloo - Twickenham, London Waterloo - Aldershot, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Kingston, London Waterloo - Strawberry Hill, London Waterloo - Wokingham, London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo - Bracknell, London Waterloo - Feltham, London Waterloo - Epsom, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Surbiton, London Waterloo - Eastleigh, London Waterloo - Winchester, London Waterloo - Wimbledon, London Waterloo - Basingstoke, London Waterloo - Southampton Central, London Waterloo - Farnham · 3m · £0.90 · every ~57 min
Bus87, 88, N87, N136 · 13m · £10 · every ~63 min
789, 788, 786 · 25m · every ~1 min
SubwayVictoria · 6m · £3 · every ~40 min

Vauxhall train station facilities and services

Vauxhall has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Vauxhall.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Vauxhall.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Vauxhall: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Vauxhall: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Vauxhall: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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.

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