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Kingston Museum
Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
17 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
17 m
Trains on 05 Oct
1
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Surbiton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Surbiton will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 1 trains from London to Surbiton, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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.


Trains from London to Surbiton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23m. 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 23:57. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 15m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Surbiton trains for today, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L83115_L80399 | 15:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 16:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81481 | On time 15:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 16:04 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80759 | On time 15:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 16:16 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82598 | On time 15:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 16:26 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81769 | On time 16:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 16:30 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83122_L80403 | 16:07 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h22 | 16:29 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81487 | On time 16:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h25 | 16:35 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80768 | On time 16:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 16:46 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82614 | On time 16:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 16:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83131_L80407 | 16:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 17:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81493 | On time 16:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 17:04 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80777 | On time 16:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 17:16 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82630 | On time 16:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 17:26 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81786 | On time 17:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 17:30 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83138_L80411 | 17:07 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h22 | 17:29 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81499 | On time 17:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h25 | 17:35 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80786 | On time 17:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 17:46 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82646 | On time 17:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 17:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83147_L80415 | 17:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 18:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81505 | On time 17:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 18:04 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80795 | On time 17:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h25 | 18:18 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82662 | On time 17:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 18:26 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81803 | On time 18:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 18:30 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83154_L80419 | 18:07 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h22 | 18:29 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81511 | On time 18:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h25 | 18:35 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80804 | On time 18:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 18:46 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82678 | On time 18:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 18:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83161_L80423 | 18:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 19:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81517 | On time 18:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 19:04 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80813 | On time 18:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 19:16 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82694 | On time 18:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 19:26 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81820 | On time 19:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h24 | 19:30 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83168_L80427 | 19:07 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h22 | 19:29 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81523 | On time 19:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h25 | 19:35 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80822 | On time 19:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 19:46 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82710 | On time 19:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h29 | 19:56 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83175_L80431 | 19:37 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h23 | 20:00 Surbiton station (SUR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Large local museum on Kingston's history, Eadweard Muybridge and changing borough life. A strong introduction to the area near Surbiton.
Gallery and museum inside Orleans House, showing contemporary art and local heritage. Visit for the octagon room and riverside setting.
Working museum home to vintage buses, trams and trolleybuses. Open on selected dates with rides, displays and restoration workshops.
Expansive royal park with deer, wide avenues and cycling routes. Excellent for longer walks, open landscapes and views towards London.
Riverside walk with lawns, boating activity and views along the Thames. A relaxing local favourite close to Surbiton and Kingston town centre.
Pleasant riverside route beside the Thames, ideal for walking between Kingston, Surbiton and Hampton Court with frequent water views.
A pub staple of battered white fish and chips. In Surbiton and greater London, it is a classic Friday meal and a benchmark of a good local chippy.
Sausages served with mashed potatoes and onion gravy. A longstanding British comfort dish commonly found in local pubs around Surbiton.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, veg, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. A traditional Sunday lunch widely enjoyed in pubs and homes across the area.
Smart local pub and dining room serving British dishes and seasonal specials in a polished yet comfortable setting near Surbiton station.
Established Surbiton restaurant serving solid Italian favourites, pizzas and pasta in an easy-going, family-friendly setting.
Popular neighbourhood pub on Maple Road known for burgers, roasts and a lively but relaxed atmosphere with a good drinks selection.
Moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but Surbiton is often cheaper than central London; rail fares add up.
Service may be included at restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not require tips, but spare change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Surbiton 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 Surbiton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Surbiton trains use the London Waterloo to Surbiton station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Surbiton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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 Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Wimbledon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Wimbledon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wimbledon.
Wi-Fi is available at Wimbledon. ATMs are available at Wimbledon.
Ticket office support is available at Wimbledon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wimbledon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wimbledon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wimbledon: 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, 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: No.
Surbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Surbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Surbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Surbiton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Surbiton: Parking, WC.
Available at Surbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surbiton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access from the main entrance to all platforms via lifts. There is no step-free access from the rear (South Bank) entrance, 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: No.
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