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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Shanklin
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
123 km
Cheap tickets
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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave London for Shanklin every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.
08:003h31
London11:31Shanklin
£391One-way
0 changes
04:456h09
London10:54Shanklin
£401One-way
0 changes
04:026h52
London10:54Shanklin
£771One-way
0 changes
08:003h31
London11:31Shanklin
£391One-way
0 changes
04:456h09
London10:54Shanklin
£401One-way
0 changes
04:026h52
London10:54Shanklin
£771One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Shanklin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Shanklin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 123 km
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£52 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Shanklin train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shanklin trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 London | 3h24 | 18:54 Shanklin | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 04:02 London | 6h52 | 10:54 Shanklin | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:45 London | 6h09 | 10:54 Shanklin | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 London | 3h31 | 11:31 Shanklin | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Shanklin
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Trains from London to Shanklin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 3h 1m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 05:35 |
Last train 20:10 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £37
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Shanklin trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Shanklin from £37. 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
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£39
South Western Railway frequency
4 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
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.
A visit to Shanklin typically requires around 2 to 3 days to explore its beaches, the Shanklin Chine, and the Old Village, allowing time for relaxation and local dining.
Booking trains from London to Shanklin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Shanklin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The train distance from London to Shanklin is 123 km.
The cheapest way to get from London to Shanklin is by coach, costing approximately £37.
The train journey from London to Shanklin covers a distance of 123 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train journey from London to Shanklin offers scenic views as it traverses the rolling countryside of Southern England, passing through picturesque villages and offering glimpses of the Isle of Wight's coastal beauty upon approach.
The train station in London that goes to Shanklin is London Waterloo (WAT), and it arrives at Shanklin station (SHN).
The first train from London to Shanklin leaves at 5:35.
To get from London to Shanklin, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Shanklin.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Shanklin.
The last train from London to Shanklin departs at 20:10.
Trains from London to Shanklin run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Shanklin.
There is no night train service from London to Shanklin.
A day trip from London to Shanklin is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 1m. However, there are 6 train trips available per day, covering a distance of 123 km.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Shanklin
London
Shanklin
The major train station for departures in London is London Waterloo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo for your trip from London to Shanklin.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Victoria
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms and interchange between platforms from booking hall via moderate but long ramps.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On the station forecourt and in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: One by Car Park and One by Well Hall Road
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Eltham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point, just outside the booking hall
The major train station for arrivals in Shanklin is Shanklin. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shanklin for your journey to Shanklin from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:45 - 15:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access category A Level access to platform via Booking Hall or side gate
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Toilets located in the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Shanklin
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of station
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