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The cheapest and fastest trains from Wool to London
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
173 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wool to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wool to London will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Wool for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.
20:233h10
Wool23:33London
£221One-way
0 changes
08:132h39
Wool10:52London
£291One-way
0 changes
10:132h36
Wool12:49London
£441One-way
0 changes
12:132h36
Wool14:49London
£471One-way
0 changes
12:132h36
Wool14:49London
£471One-way
0 changes
10:132h36
Wool12:49London
£441One-way
0 changes
08:132h39
Wool10:52London
£291One-way
0 changes
20:233h10
Wool23:33London
£221One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wool to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wool to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 173 km
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Live departures
Wool to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Wool to London trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 Wool | 2h35 | 15:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:45 Wool | 2h35 | 17:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:23 Wool | 2h23 | 20:46 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wool to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wool to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 173 km distance in 2h 28m.
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 £6
Distance 173 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 22:35 |
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 £6
Train companies: South Western Railway from Wool to London trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Wool and London from £6. 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 Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
£21
South Western Railway frequency
16 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
FAQs: Wool to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wool 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.
A day trip from Wool to London is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 28m and the distance is 173 km. However, there are 6 trains per day.
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, there is a direct train between Wool and London. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by South Western Railway.
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.
The train journey from Wool to London offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Dorset countryside and the South Downs, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and lush greenery. However, as the train approaches London, the scenery becomes more urban.
To get from Wool to London, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Wool to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Wool to London is 173 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Wool to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The cheapest way to get from Wool to London is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train journey from Wool to London covers a distance of 173 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Wool to London leaves at 0:05.
The train station in Wool that goes to London is Wool station (WOO), and it arrives at London Waterloo (WAT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Wool to London.
The last train from Wool to London departs at 22:35.
Yes, you can take the train from Wool to London.
Trains from Wool to London run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Wool to London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wool and London
Wool
London
The major train station for departures in Wool is Wool. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wool for your trip from Wool to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 11:00 Saturday 09:00 - 13:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at approx 1:10 gradient to both platforms via separate entrances (Platform 1 ramp is steeper towards the top for approx 1m). Step-free access between platforms via street and full-barrier level crossing. Please be aware that this station has no 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Wool
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road (B3071) Bus Stop outside Station
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Waterloo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo for your journey to London from Wool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Waterloo
- 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).
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transport options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 07:15 - 21:30
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline. The National key toilets are located next to the Brighton Yard entrance gateline; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are on platforms 1, 9/10 and 13/14
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Brighton Yard side of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clapham Junction
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through services: Grant Road Bus Stop A All arrivals (except via Wandsworth Town): St Johns Hill Bus Stop C Arrivals via Wandsworth Town: Grant Road Bus Stop R
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