Wokingham to London train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wokingham to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£23

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£29

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

42 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

56 m

Trains on 18 Sept

10

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wokingham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Wokingham to London will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 trains from Wokingham to London, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.

  • South Western RailwayL80624
    8:231h14
    Wokingham station (WKM)
    9:37London Waterloo (WAT)
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • South Western RailwayL80581
    5:531h17
    Wokingham station (WKM)
    7:10London Waterloo (WAT)
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35271+South Western RailwayL79573
    8:341h21
    Wokingham station (WKM)
    9:55London Waterloo (WAT)
    £231One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15091+South Western RailwayL79094
    8:001h30
    Wokingham station (WKM)
    9:30London Waterloo (WAT)
    £231One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15088+South Western RailwayL79529
    5:401h29
    Wokingham station (WKM)
    7:09London Waterloo (WAT)
    £231One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Wokingham to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wokingham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a coach costs an average of £28.

Distance: 50 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

£24

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 14m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

South Western Railway

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Megabus

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Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Wokingham to London is a train with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Wokingham to London:

A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Wokingham to London costing on average £28.

The fastest way to travel from Wokingham to London is by train with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wokingham and London including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 18m faster (56m by train vs 1h 14m by car) and roughly £5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£19 vs £24). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with South Western Railway.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Wokingham to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Wokingham to London trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG15154 · W353950:03 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h13
1:16 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL80897+Great Western RailwayC48617
On time
0:55 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h07
2:02 London Paddington (PAD)
1 change
Great Western RailwayG15088+South Western RailwayL795295:40 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h29
7:09 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
South Western RailwayL805815:53 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h17
7:10 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15091+South Western RailwayL790948:00 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h30
9:30 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15512 · W351668:05 Wokingham station (WKM)
0h46
8:51 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL806248:23 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h14
9:37 London Waterloo (WAT)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15125 · G148968:23 Wokingham station (WKM)
0h42
9:05 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
South Western RailwayL80591+Great Western RailwayG150358:29 Wokingham station (WKM)
0h52
9:21 London Paddington (PAD)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35271+South Western RailwayL795738:34 Wokingham station (WKM)
1h21
9:55 London Waterloo (WAT)1 change

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South Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Wokingham to London.
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Wokingham to London.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Wokingham to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wokingham to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Wokingham to London

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Trains from Wokingham to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 14m.

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 £10
Distance
50 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 14m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 £10

Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Wokingham to London trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Wokingham and London from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£14
South Western Railway frequency
33 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£34
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
36m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£48
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
17 a day

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FAQs: Wokingham to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wokingham to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Wokingham to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Wokingham to London covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Wokingham to London is 50 km.
The first train from Wokingham to London leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Wokingham to London departs at 23:58.
Trains from Wokingham to London run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wokingham to London.
Yes, there is a direct train between Wokingham and London. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
To get from Wokingham to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Wokingham to London.
The train station in Wokingham that goes to London is Wokingham station (WKM), and it arrives at London Waterloo (WAT).
The cheapest way to get from Wokingham to London is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Wokingham to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Wokingham to London offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with glimpses of fields, small towns, and wooded areas, although it is not renowned as one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, a day trip from Wokingham to London is feasible. The journey takes 1h 14m, covering a distance of 50 km, with a frequency of 6 trains per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Wokingham to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wokingham and London

Most Wokingham to London trains use the Wokingham to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at London Paddington. Use this guide to compare Wokingham and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Wokingham
Arrival train stations in London

Which Wokingham station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Wokingham to London leave from Wokingham. The station is from Wokingham city centre at Wokingham station, Station Approach, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2AP.
WokinghamWokingham station, Station Approach, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 2AP+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Wokingham from Wokingham city centre

Bus125A, 125B, 121, 125 · 0m · every ~2 min

Wokingham train station facilities and services

Wokingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Wokingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Wokingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Wokingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wokingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Wokingham: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wokingham: 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. 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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