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Gunnersbury Park Museum
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Theale to Southall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, while a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 50 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Theale to Southall:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Theale to Southall costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Southall take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 43m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (50m by train vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £10 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.
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 Theale to Southall trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:45 Theale | 1h09 | 6:54 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:02 Theale | 1h01 | 7:03 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:31 Theale | 0h54 | 7:25 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:58 Theale | 0h56 | 7:54 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:10 Theale | 1h00 | 8:10 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:23 Theale | 1h01 | 8:24 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:40 Theale | 1h14 | 8:54 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:13 Theale | 1h12 | 9:25 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:03 Theale | 0h51 | 9:54 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:33 Theale | 0h59 | 10:32 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:44 Theale | 0h54 | 10:38 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:05 Theale | 0h57 | 11:02 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:36 Theale | 0h56 | 11:32 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:26 Theale | 1h13 | 12:39 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:10 Theale | 0h59 | 13:09 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:39 Theale | 1h00 | 13:39 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:27 Theale | 1h12 | 14:39 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:10 Theale | 0h58 | 15:08 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:40 Theale | 0h59 | 15:39 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:28 Theale | 1h12 | 16:40 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:10 Theale | 1h01 | 17:11 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:27 Theale | 0h59 | 17:26 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:47 Theale | 0h54 | 17:41 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:28 Theale | 0h57 | 18:25 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:16 Theale | 1h08 | 19:24 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:28 Theale | 0h57 | 19:25 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:42 Theale | 0h58 | 19:40 Southall | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:06 Theale | 1h02 | 20:08 Southall | 1 change | |
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Trains from Theale to Southall run on average 2 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:47, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 51m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 3:47 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Southall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southall trip today.
Local history museum in a Georgian manor house with displays on Ealing and Southall, plus temporary exhibitions in period surroundings.
Museum of road transport and design with historic buses, posters and interactive family displays, a strong option close to Southall.
Public gallery showing changing contemporary art exhibitions in a compact modern space inside Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery.
Southall's best-known shopping street, busy with markets, clothing shops and sweet stores, offering a vivid sense of the area's culture.
Linear waterside walking route with locks, bridges and passing boats, ideal for a calmer side of Southall away from the main road.
Large historic park on the edge of Southall with formal gardens, a lake, museum and broad green space for a half-day visit.
Crisp wheat pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and peas. A staple South Asian snack in Southall, widely sold fresh in sweet shops and cafés.
Slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans enriched with butter and cream. A Punjabi classic strongly associated with Southall’s Indian food scene.
Leavened tandoor-baked flatbread, often brushed with butter. A signature Punjabi bread commonly eaten with curries and grilled dishes in Southall.
Popular South Indian vegetarian venue for dosas, idli and filter coffee. Bright, practical and good for a casual meal.
Long-running vegetarian Punjabi canteen known for thalis, chaat and sweets. Busy, simple and very popular for traditional everyday dining.
Well-known Southall spot for Punjabi vegetarian dishes, snacks and mithai. Casual atmosphere and a strong local following.
Moderate for Greater London. Southall dining is often better value than central London, but accommodation and rail fares can still be relatively high.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Theale to Southall 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 Southall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Theale to Southall trains use the Theale to Southall station pair. Use this guide to compare Theale and Southall train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Theale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Theale.
Ticket office support is available at Theale.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Theale: Parking.
Available at Theale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Theale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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