- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Battle to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Battle to London will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 6 trains that leave Battle for London on Wed, Jul 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
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P85563
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P85551Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Battle to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 21m faster (1h 30m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly $46 (€38) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€17) vs $66 (€54)). 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 Southeastern.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Battle to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P85538 | 8:03 AM Battle station (BAT) | 1h20 | 9:23 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85544 | 8:32 AM Battle station (BAT) | 1h27 | 9:59 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85551 | 9:03 AM Battle station (BAT) | 1h20 | 10:23 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85557 | 9:45 AM Battle station (BAT) | 1h08 | 10:53 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85563 | 10:07 AM Battle station (BAT) | 1h16 | 11:23 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P85569 | 10:44 AM Battle station (BAT) | 1h09 | 11:53 AM London Bridge (LBG) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Battle to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Major art museum on Trafalgar Square with an outstanding collection of European paintings from the 13th to early 20th centuries.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames, known for landmark exhibitions and river views.
Lively district known for street performers, elegant arcades, shopping, and easy access to theatres and central landmarks.
One of London's best walking areas, with river views, cultural venues, and a steady stream of iconic sights.
Charming neighborhood of colorful houses, independent shops, and photogenic streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Battered white fish with thick-cut chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and tartar sauce. A classic British comfort food strongly associated with London pubs and chippies.
A traditional East London dish of minced meat pie served with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor. It is one of the city’s most distinctive working-class foods.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and toast. It is a staple morning meal across London and the wider UK.
A stylish, very popular restaurant inspired by Bombay cafe culture, known for its house black daal, bacon naan roll, and lively atmosphere.
An influential, established restaurant celebrated for nose-to-tail British cooking, simple ingredients, and iconic dishes such as roast bone marrow.
London’s oldest restaurant, famous for classic British dishes, game, pies, and traditional desserts in an elegant historic setting.
London is costly by UK standards. Hotels, transport, and dining add up quickly, though budget eats and free museums help control costs.
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10% for good service.
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London Waterloo, London -> Charing Cross, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Battle 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.

Most Battle to London trains use the Battle to London Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at London Charing Cross. Use this guide to compare Battle and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Battle is 1 km from Battle city centre. Public transport options include:
Battle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Battle.
Ticket office support is available at Battle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Battle: Parking, WC.
Available at Battle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Battle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 from main entrance for services to London. There is no step free access to Platform 2. Step only access via footbridge to platform 2 for services towards Hastings, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 19:00 Saturday 05:40 - 19:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Charing Cross has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Charing Cross.
ATMs are available at London Charing Cross.
Ticket office support is available at London Charing Cross. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Charing Cross: Parking, WC.
Available at London Charing Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Charing Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers, Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo East is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo East has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo East.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo East: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo East: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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