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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Waterloo
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£174
Average price
£186
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
328 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Waterloo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Waterloo will cost around £186 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £174.
Fast trains
To travel from London to Waterloo you need to make at least one change.
9126+
198511:042h44
London St Pancras International (STP)14:48Waterloo
£1741One-way
1 change
9116+198309:012h47
London St Pancras International (STP)12:48Waterloo
£1981One-way
1 change
9126+198511:042h44
London St Pancras International (STP)14:48Waterloo
£1741One-way
1 change
9116+198309:012h47
London St Pancras International (STP)12:48Waterloo
£1981One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Waterloo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Waterloo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £118.
Distance: 328 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£185 Average Price | £100 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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.
Live departures
London to Waterloo train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:23
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9116+1983 | 09:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h47 | 11:48 Waterloo | 1 change | |
| 9126+1985 | 11:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h44 | 13:48 Waterloo | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Waterloo
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Trains from London to Waterloo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
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 £18
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 21:21 |
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 £18
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Waterloo trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Waterloo from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£157
Eurostar frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone
FAQs: London to Waterloo train
FAQs: Travel by train from London to Waterloo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Waterloo.
The train distance from London to Waterloo is 328 km.
To get from London to Waterloo, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
The train journey from London to Waterloo covers a distance of 328 km and takes approximately 1h 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from London to Waterloo leaves at 5:39.
The last train from London to Waterloo departs at 21:21.
Trains from London to Waterloo run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from London to Waterloo.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Waterloo.
There is no night train service from London to Waterloo.
Booking trains from London to Waterloo 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 Waterloo can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £118, while the average price tends to be around £185.
The cheapest way to get from London to Waterloo is by coach, costing approximately £18.
The train station in London that goes to Waterloo is London St Pancras International (STP), and it arrives at Waterloo.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Waterloo.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Waterloo
London
Waterloo
The major train station for departures in London is London St Pancras International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London St Pancras International for your trip from London to Waterloo.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
Wifi
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
Taxis
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
Public transport options for London St Pancras International
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
The major train station for arrivals in Waterloo is Waterloo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Waterloo for your journey to Waterloo from London.
Amenities at train station
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Distance to city center
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