- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourton-on-the-Water to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourton-on-the-Water to London will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 12 trains that leave Bourton-on-the-Water for London on Mon, Aug 17, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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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W35376Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourton-on-the-Water to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€32 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bourton-on-the-Water to London:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourton-on-the-Water to London costing on average €32.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
The journey is about 55m faster (1h 31m by train vs 2h 26m by car) and roughly €8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€32 vs €40). 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 Great Western Railway.
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 Bourton-on-the-Water to London trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W35367 | 12:03 PM Kingham station (KGM) | 1h22 | 1:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35369 | 12:54 PM Moreton-in-Marsh station (MIM) | 1h29 | 2:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35369 | 1:02 PM Kingham station (KGM) | 1h21 | 2:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bourton-on-the-Water to London run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bourton-on-the-Water 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 Bourton-on-the-Water to London trains use the Moreton-in-Marsh to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Bourton-on-the-Water and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Hither Green is 10 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Hither Green has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hither Green.
Ticket office support is available at Hither Green. 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 Hither Green: Parking, WC.
Available at Hither Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hither Green: 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 platforms 4&5 via steep ramps for some services to and from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1,2,3 and 6. Stepped access to platform 1 via side entrance from Springbank Road. Only stepped access via footbridge to platforms 2,3 and 6. No step free interchange between platforms, 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: There are two Ticket Vending Machine's on the station Booking Hall plus one on Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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