The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Maidenhead station (MAI) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:10 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 0h26 | 05:36 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:41 Maidenhead station (MAI) | 1h07 | 09:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 13:41. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 26m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 13:41 |
Train companies: Tube, Tfl Rail, Great Western Rail from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsTube, Tfl Rail, Great Western Rail trains will get you between Maidenhead station (MAI) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidenhead station (MAI) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Maidenhead station (MAI) and London Waterloo (WAT)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
- 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.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- 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).
