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Wareham Town Museum
Town museum covering Wareham’s Saxon, medieval and modern story with local finds, Lawrence of Arabia material and changing displays.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wareham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wareham will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from London to Wareham, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wareham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 166 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wareham:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wareham costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Wareham take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 27m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 23m by train vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Wareham 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 |
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![]() | 7:05 London | 2h24 | 9:29 Wareham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:27 London | 3h01 | 10:28 Wareham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:35 London | 2h14 | 9:49 Wareham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:05 London | 2h24 | 10:29 Wareham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from London to Wareham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Wareham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wareham trip today.
Town museum covering Wareham’s Saxon, medieval and modern story with local finds, Lawrence of Arabia material and changing displays.
Museum and gallery in nearby Bovington exploring tank history with major vehicle displays, immersive exhibits and strong family appeal.
Working pottery museum and gallery at nearby Norden, showing local clay heritage, kilns and handmade ceramics in a rural setting.
Harbour-side nature reserve with heaths, birds and excellent views across Poole Harbour, popular for walking and sunset stops near Wareham.
Riverside promenade and green by the Frome, popular for walks, boat watching and easy access to the historic centre.
Woodland and heath area managed for wildlife with paths and viewpoints, giving a peaceful contrast to the compact historic town.
Traditional Dorset Blue Vinny is a crumbly cow’s milk blue cheese long made in the county and closely tied to local farming heritage.
Dorset knobs are hard, twice-baked bread biscuits eaten with cheese, soup or ale, a distinctive county speciality with a long baking tradition.
Purbeck ice cream is a well-known local dairy treat from the Isle of Purbeck, prized for rich texture and classic flavours from Dorset milk.
Long-established Italian restaurant in Wareham centre, appreciated for pizzas, pasta and friendly informal service.
Smart restaurant and hotel dining room known for modern British cooking, steaks and seafood with a calm, polished atmosphere.
Historic quayside pub in Wareham serving British classics, local ales and seafood in a relaxed traditional setting.
Moderate for southern England. Rooms and dining cost more than many UK towns, especially in summer, but local buses and casual meals stay fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tipping is optional for pubs.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wareham 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 Wareham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Wareham trains use the Clapham Junction to Wareham station pair, with some services arriving at Holton Heath. Use this guide to compare London and Wareham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria 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 and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: 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.
Wareham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Wareham.
Wi-Fi is available at Wareham.
Ticket office support is available at Wareham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wareham: Parking, WC.
Available at Wareham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wareham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via controlled level crossing with locking automatic gates, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Holton Heath is 3 km from Wareham city centre. Public transport options include:
Holton Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Holton Heath.
Available at Holton Heath: Parking.
Available at Holton Heath: Bike Parking.
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