The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Shanklin
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 1 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Shanklin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Shanklin will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from London to Shanklin, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
7:304h01London11:31Shanklin£441One-way0 changes
7:304h01London11:31Shanklin£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, ferry and train for London to Shanklin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Shanklin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 123 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £40 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Shanklin:
A ferry is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to Shanklin costing on average £40.
A ferry is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Shanklin costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Shanklin take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
Live departures
London to Shanklin train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shanklin trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 London | 4h01 | 11:31 Shanklin | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets London to Shanklin by coach, ferry or train
Compare coach, ferry and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
18 Sept
19 Sept
20 Sept
21 Sept
22 Sept
23 Sept
24 Sept
Why should you book London to Shanklin trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus, ferry and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Shanklin.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, ferry and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Shanklin.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Shanklin
Trains from London to Shanklin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £24 by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Shanklin trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Shanklin from £24. 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 Shanklin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Shanklin 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 Shanklin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

More options for your journey from London to Shanklin
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


