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L80643W34457+L80607The most popular day trips by train from Twickenham are London, Windsor, Richmond, Kingston upon Thames and Reading. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Twickenham on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 25m.
Windsor is a historic Thames-side town known for Windsor Castle and its strong royal identity. Its compact centre, riverside setting and nearby parkland give it a refined but approachable character.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 29m.
Richmond is a leafy Thames-side town in south-west London, known for Richmond Park, Georgian streets and a refined village feel. It blends royal parkland, riverside scenery and historic houses with theatres, cafés and an easy-going local character.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 5m.
Kingston upon Thames is a historic riverside town in south-west London, known for its market past and royal links. Its walkable centre, old streets and Thames-side pubs give it a calmer feel than central London.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 4 km distance in 13m.
Reading is a busy Thames Valley town known for its music festival, business links and the remains of Reading Abbey. The centre combines modern shopping with riverside paths and a lively food and arts scene.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 1h 0m.
Located in the London borough of Richmond upon Thames, Twickenham is best known for Twickenham Stadium, one of the world’s largest rugby stadium where the English national rugby squad plays its home fixtures. You can get direct regional trains to Twickenham from London Waterloo Station via South Western Railway along the Waterloo-Reading Line, the Staines-Windsor Line, the Hounslow Loop and the Kingston Loop. Twickenham has three main train stations: Twickenham Railway Station, Strawberry Hill Railway Station and St. Margarets (London) Railway Station.
South Western Railway operates suburban commuter trains across southern England and is the sole operator of daily, weekend and holiday train service from London Waterloo Station calling at Twickenham. Depending on which line is used there may be transfers, connections or switches at Richmond, Clapham Junction, Hounslow or Kingston. If you travel to Twickenham by train from London Waterloo Station you can choose from multiple direct daily departures per hour, with the first train leaving around 6:00 a.m. and the last one departing approx. 11:58 p.m., with similar service on weekends and holidays. South Western Railway service from London Waterloo Station can get you to Twickenham Station in as few as 20min with the slowest journeys taking over 5h due to switches and transfers at Clapham Junction but these are few and far between and generally occur with service during 12:00 a.m. when passenger traffic is minimal.
Twickenham Foggy Morning. Source: Shutterstock
Twickenham Station is the central railway terminal and the main destination of rail traffic when travelling to Twickenham by train from London Waterloo Station. It is located about 0.7 miles (1.1 km) from the town centre and among the facilities you can find there are ticket office and vending machines, WC with baby changing facilities, ATM, free Wi-Fi, waiting rooms, shops and refreshment facilities. This station is accessible to disabled passengers and the ticket office hours of operations are Monday to Friday from 6:40 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday from 6:42 a.m. to 8:20 p.m. and Sunday from 7:40 a.m. to 7:10 p.m. Strawberry Hill Station is the second most frequently used railway station in Twickenham and is located about 0.8 miles (1.3 km) from the town centre.
Among the facilities you can find at this location are ticket office with vending machines, free Wi-Fi, wait rooms, refreshment facilities and public pay phones but there are no ATM or WC facilities listed at this station. Strawberry Hill Station is accessible to disabled passengers and the ticket office hours are Monday to Friday from 6:15 to 1:00 p.m., Saturday from 8:00 to 2:45 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 to 1:00 p.m. St. Margarets (London) Station is the third most frequently used rail station in Twickenham and is located about 1.2 miles (1.9 km) from the town centre.
You can find limited facilities at this location such as ticket office with vending machines, free Wi-Fi, wait rooms, refreshment facilities and public phones but there is no ATM or WC facilities listed at this location. St. Margarets (London) Station is accessible to disabled passengers and the ticket office hours are Monday to Friday from 6:20 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Each adult passenger is allowed the standard two cases and one handpiece on all South Western Railway trains to Twickenham and these (inclusive of prams or buggies when travelling with infants or babies) must be stored in luggage compartments, overhead racks or under the seat. You are allowed to travel with up to two pets per passenger provided they are stored in pet carriers and dogs are attached to leads while onboard but exceptions are allowed for service or assistance animals.
If you’re taking your bike make sure you register it when purchasing your ticket due to limited storage space and be advised that there are restrictions that apply for carrying bikes on trains during certain morning and evening rush hours. South Western Railway trains from Twickenham to London Waterloo Station provides catering service as well as buffet service on some evening trains though these may not apply for journeys less than one hour. WC and free Wi-Fi are provided and all trains are accessible to disabled passengers.
South Western Railway offers passengers the choice of Advance, Anytime, Carnet, Off-peak, Super Off-peak or First Class tickets on all trains. You should be aware that Advance tickets are non-refundable but you may receive some form of refund on others in the event of cancellations or changes with terms and conditions applying with exceptions to First Class ticketholders who enjoy premium privileges. South Western Railways regularly offers discounts on fares when purchased online to save you money and there are often special offers which apply to students, senior citizens, large groups and children under a certain age (in the case of students and seniors you may have to provide ID at time of purchase).
It is recommended to keep a hardcopy of your ticket on South Western Railway trains and you can print one at London Waterloo Station using your e-ticket conformation and debit/credit card and you should also have at least one form of valid ID as well. On Omio buying tickets to Twickenham is fast and easy and can be stored in your Omio account.
Twickenham Statue Ragby. Source: Shutterstock
For rugby fans around the globe a visit to the World Rugby Museum and tour of Twickenham Stadium is certainly one of the main reasons to visit this charming town in Surrey. Hampton Court Palace, famous as the residence of King Henry VIII with its Haunted Gallery and garden maze, is located about 4.2 miles (6.7 km) by car from Twickenham and should be a delightful treat for most tourists. You can also tour The National Archives which is located about 5 miles (8 km) from Twickenham to see what official treasures are available for public scrutiny.
Apart from the national rail stations which connects tourists and residents with destinations beyond the town limits, public transportation in Twickenham is somewhat limited to the iconic double decker buses operated by London Transport from the terminus at Fulwell Bus Station. These connects it and neighbouring towns to Piccadilly Circus in Central London as well as Heathrow Airport. If you intend to use public transport extensively during your stay purchasing an Oyster card is a great way to save money as you go.
There are a few stately mansions and manor houses in Twickenham which are splendid examples of 18th century architecture and are open for public viewing though an entrance fee may be charged at some of them. Strawberry Hill House which is famous for its connections with the Gothic Revival movement in England and Marble Hill House built to house the mistress of King George II prior to his ascension to the throne. Orleans House Gallery stands out for its octagon shaped room while Gunnersbury Park Museum is a large converted mansion once owned by the famous Rothschild family.
For a bit of arts and culture the Exchange is a contemporary venue located across from Twickenham Station and hosts live events including musical acts and comedy sketch shows while Richmond Theatre is the place to go if you fancy a musical or opera. Hampton Court Palace is also used as an events venue and hosts a popular open-air music festival during the month of June.
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Small museum inside Twickenham Stadium exploring rugby union history through objects, kits and trophies. Ideal before or after a stadium visit.
Gallery in Orleans House showing changing exhibitions of art, photography and local heritage in an elegant historic setting by the river.
Historic house museum with restored rooms, artworks and gardens, offering a strong sense of Georgian taste and literary connections.
Broad riverside green with sweeping Thames views, benches and open lawns. Popular for walks, picnics and relaxing near the town centre.
Attractive riverside walk linking central Twickenham with historic houses, gardens and boat views. A pleasant way to explore the area on foot.
Popular public park beside the stadium with sports facilities, open green space and easy walking routes. Handy for a break from busy match days.
Twickenham Ales are traditional local beers long linked to the area’s pub culture and match days, reflecting the borough’s established brewing heritage.
Sunday Roast is a classic local pub meal of roasted meat, potatoes, veg and gravy, widely eaten in Twickenham, especially on weekends.
Fish and Chips is a staple British takeaway and pub dish of battered fish with chips, commonly enjoyed in Twickenham.
Refined neighbourhood restaurant offering modern British cooking in an intimate, smart but approachable dining room.
Long-running Twickenham pub with Thai food, good drinks and a friendly local feel close to the town centre.
Historic riverside pub known for British classics, cask ales and a lively but polished atmosphere near the Thames.
Twickenham is moderate for Greater London: hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local rail and bus links help keep visitor transport costs manageable.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, 10% is standard for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not require tips.
Check where to Twickenham trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
Twickenham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Twickenham.
Wi-Fi is available at Twickenham. ATMs are available at Twickenham.
Ticket office support is available at Twickenham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Twickenham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Twickenham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Twickenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, 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.
Strawberry Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Strawberry Hill.
Wi-Fi is available at Strawberry Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Strawberry Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Strawberry Hill: Parking.
Available at Strawberry Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Strawberry Hill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. Ramp at approx 1:14 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Wimbledon). Short unevenly-graded floor at approx 1:10 gradient to Platform 2 (for trains towards London Waterloo via Richmond). Step-free access between platforms via full-barrier level crossing. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
St Margarets (London) is 1 km from Twickenham city centre. Public transport options include:
St Margarets (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at St Margarets (London).
Wi-Fi is available at St Margarets (London).
Ticket office support is available at St Margarets (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Margarets (London): Parking, Taxis.
Available at St Margarets (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Margarets (London): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station. Some step-free access, may be in one direction only - please check details. Step free access for trains towards Twickenham and Strawberry Hill. Steps required for trains towards Richmond. Access for Amyand Road for Platform 3 only, 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.
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