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 02 Nov
Cheapest price on 02 Nov
£11
Average ticket price on 02 Nov
£11
Fastest journey on 02 Nov
28 m
Average journey duration on 02 Nov
28 m
Trains on 02 Nov
12
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 £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.

Fast trains

On Mon 02 Nov, we found 12 trains from London to Kingston upon Thames, including 12 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.

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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 34m. 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 25m.

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
34m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
25m
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

Frequently asked questions about your London to Kingston upon Thames trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Kingston upon Thames.

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 £11.
The train journey from London to Kingston upon Thames covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 25m. 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.
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Kingston upon Thames. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.

Live departures

London to Kingston upon Thames train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Kingston upon Thames trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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 RailwayL819236:42 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 RailwayL836638:00 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h46
8:46 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL819468:12 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 RailwayL819558:42 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
9:10 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect
South Western RailwayL828878:57 London Waterloo (WAT)
0h28
9:25 Kingston (KNG)0 changesdirect

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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
25m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£10
South Western Railway frequency
8 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London and Kingston upon Thames

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Kingston upon Thames.
There is no night train service from London to Kingston upon Thames.

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.

Plan your visit to Kingston upon Thames

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Kingston upon Thames.

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.

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
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.
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 · £1 · 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.

Clapham JunctionClapham Junction station, St John's Hill, Clapham, Greater London, SW11 2QPShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre

Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLondon Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Arundel, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Balham · 7m · £2 · every ~38 min
London Victoria - Norwood Junction, London Victoria - Epsom, London Victoria - Selhurst, London Victoria - Sutton, London Victoria - Brighton, London Victoria - Bognor Regis, London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour, London Victoria - Horsham, London Victoria - Littlehampton, London Victoria - Reigate, London Victoria - Three Bridges, London Victoria - London Bridge, London Victoria - East Croydon, London Victoria - Ore, London Victoria - Hastings, London Victoria - Eastbourne, London Victoria - East Grinstead, London Victoria - Epsom Downs, London Victoria - Dorking, London Victoria - Worthing, London Victoria - West Croydon, London Victoria - Portsmouth & Southsea, London Victoria - Chichester, London Victoria - Gatwick Airport, London Victoria - Streatham Hill, London Victoria - Oxted, London Victoria - Polegate, London Victoria - Barnham, London Victoria - Balham, London Victoria - Lewes, London Victoria - Redhill, London Victoria - Crystal Palace, London Victoria - Angmering, London Victoria - Arundel · 7m · £2 · every ~38 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 - Gillingham, London Waterloo - Westbury, London Waterloo - Yeovil Pen Mill, London Waterloo - Haslemere, London Waterloo - Weybridge, London Waterloo - Fareham, London Waterloo - Honiton, London Waterloo - Frome, London Waterloo - Fratton, London Waterloo - Leatherhead, London Waterloo - Teddington, London Waterloo - Effingham Junction, London Waterloo - Havant, 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, London Waterloo - Templecombe · 8m · £2 · every ~47 min
Dalston Junction - Clapham Junction · 40m · £10 · every ~8 min
BusN87 · 15m · £22 · every ~5 min
N19 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
344 · 47m · £2 · every ~30 min
N31 · 55m · £5 · every ~2 min

Clapham Junction train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

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.

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · £31 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · £15 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · £2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · £3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · £3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · £19 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Train stations for London to Kingston upon Thames

Check train stations information for London and Kingston upon Thames, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in London that goes to Kingston upon Thames is London Waterloo, and it arrives at Kingston.

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