London to Wantage train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wantage

Showing times and prices for 10 Jan

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

37 m

Average duration

37 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

90 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Wantage will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave London for Wantage every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 37 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.

Great Western Rail
07:000h37
London
07:37Wantage
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London to Wantage

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wantage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £41.

Distance: 90 km

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£42

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£9

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1h 21m

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51m

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London to Wantage train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Wantage trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 14:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western07:00 London
0h37
07:37 Wantage0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Wantage

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Trains from London to Wantage run on average 14 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 37m.

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 £6
Distance
90 km
Average train duration
51m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
37m
First train
00:24
Last train
23:40
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 £6

Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Wantage trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Wantage from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
£39
Great Western Rail frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: London to Wantage train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London to Wantage can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £42.
Yes, a day trip from London to Wantage is feasible. The journey takes 37m, covers 90 km, and there are 14 trains available per day.
Typically, a visit to Wantage can be comfortably managed in 1 to 2 days. This allows time to explore local attractions such as the Vale and Downland Museum, the historic market square, and nearby scenic walks.
The train journey from London to Wantage offers pleasant views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, although it may not be considered exceptionally scenic compared to some other UK routes.
Booking trains from London to Wantage in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from London to Wantage is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train distance from London to Wantage is 90 km.
The train journey from London to Wantage covers a distance of 90 km and takes approximately 37m. Trains run 14 per day.
The last train from London to Wantage departs at 23:40.
The train station in London that goes to Wantage is London Paddington (PAD), and it arrives at Didcot Parkway (DID).
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Wantage. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail.
The first train from London to Wantage leaves at 0:24.
There is no night train service from London to Wantage.
Trains from London to Wantage run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Wantage.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Wantage.
To get from London to Wantage, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Wantage

London
Wantage
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24/7
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Wasabi
  • The Beer House
  • Barburrito
  • Upper Crust
  • The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Burger King
  • Pret a Manger
  • The Savanna
  • Soboro Bakery
  • & more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
  • Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Paddington
  • Mercure London Paddington Hotel
  • The Pilgrm
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • 24/7
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near Platform 1.
Public transport options for London Paddington
  • Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
  • Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
  • Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
  • Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
25 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminal 4
  • Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line

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