Frome to London train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frome to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

$27

Average ticket price on Sep 18

$84

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 31 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

1 h 38 m

Trains on Sep 18

19

Distance

156 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Frome to London will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 19 trains from Frome to London, including 4 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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 RailwayL79523_L79425
    2:32 PM2h13
    Frome station (FRO)
    4:45 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79521_L79392
    11:32 AM2h17
    Frome station (FRO)
    1:49 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79343+Great Western RailwayG15000 · C48130
    6:42 AM2h34
    Frome station (FRO)
    9:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $481One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79414+Great Western RailwayC47810 · G15522
    12:57 PM2h52
    Frome station (FRO)
    3:49 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    $491One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL79524_L79435+Great Western RailwayW34582
    3:30 PM1h37
    Frome station (FRO)
    5:07 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    $551One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Frome to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frome to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $62.

Distance: 96 miles (156 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$62

Average price

$34

Average price

Cheapest

$58

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 39m

Average total duration

3h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Frome to London is a bus with an average price of $34.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frome to London costing on average $62.

The fastest way to travel from Frome to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frome and London including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frome to London among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 56m by train vs 2h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $62 compared to roughly $58 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Frome to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Frome to London trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG15518 · G15003+South Western RailwayL79364
Delayed
8:19 AM 8:52 AMFrome station (FRO)
2h24
11:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15487 · W34559
On time
10:26 AM Frome station (FRO)
1h40
12:06 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48896 · G14902
On time
10:55 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h13
1:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79521_L7939211:32 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h17
1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15522 · G14904
On time
12:57 PM Frome station (FRO)
2h10
3:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayV12397 · W34961+South Western RailwayL793366:07 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h36
8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayV12397 · G149196:07 AM Frome station (FRO)
1h54
8:01 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15000 · W345526:42 AM Frome station (FRO)
1h53
8:35 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15000 · G15383 · W351666:42 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h09
8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15000 · C48130+South Western RailwayL793436:42 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h34
9:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
South Western RailwayQ25467 · L793537:29 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h51
10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG150357:45 AM Frome station (FRO)
1h36
9:21 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayG15035 · G15001+South Western RailwayL793537:45 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h35
10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15518 · G15003+South Western RailwayL793648:52 AM Frome station (FRO)
2h24
11:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG150368:58 AM Frome station (FRO)
1h31
10:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect

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

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

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frome to London

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Trains from Frome to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 21m.

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
Bus from $13
Distance
96 miles (156 km)
Average train duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
$24
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
5:15 AM
Last train
10:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
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
Bus from $13

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Frome to London trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Frome and London from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 21m
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

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
2h 1m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
$24
South Western Railway frequency
2 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

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Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

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Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.

FAQs: Trains from Frome to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frome 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
Train ticket prices from Frome to London can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $24, while the average price is around $62.
The train from Frome to London takes 1h 21m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Frome to London is 96 miles (156 km).
The first train from Frome to London leaves at 5:15 AM.
The last train from Frome to London leaves at 10:30 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Frome to London.
Yes, there is a direct train from Frome to London. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frome to London.
The train station in Frome that goes to London is Frome station (FRO), which connects to London Paddington (PAD).
The cheapest way to get from Frome to London is by bus, with a cost of around $13.
The train journey from Frome to London is relatively scenic, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Somerset and Wiltshire, offering views of rolling hills and charming rural landscapes.
Yes, a day trip from Frome to London is feasible. The journey takes 1h 21m, covering 96 miles (156 km). Trains run 7 times per day.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from The London Eye, visit the vibrant West End Theatre District for high-quality shows, and explore Camden Market's eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts. A walk through Hyde Park offers beautiful landscapes and recreational activities, while art lovers can visit the Tate Modern. Don't miss The British Museum's vast collection of art and antiquities, the historic Tower of London with its Crown Jewels, and Buckingham Palace. Iconic landmarks like The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, along with St. Paul's Cathedral, offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and architecture.
For a comprehensive experience of London's top attractions, cultural sites, and local neighborhoods, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 5 days in the city. This allows time to explore major landmarks such as the British Museum, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, as well as enjoy local markets and parks.
Yes, you can take the train from Frome to London.
Since neither Frome nor London are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London include Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Stevenage, Canterbury.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frome to London among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In London, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, markets, and popular tourist sites. Common scams include fake charity collectors, overcharging by unlicensed taxi drivers, and distraction techniques used by thieves. Always use official black cabs or licensed minicabs booked through reputable apps, and keep personal belongings secure to reduce risks. Staying vigilant in busy locations and avoiding unsolicited offers helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Frome to London

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

Departure train stations in Frome
Arrival train stations in London

Which Frome station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Frome to London leave from Frome. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Frome city centre at Frome station, Station Approach, off Wallbridge, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1RE.
FromeFrome station, Station Approach, off Wallbridge, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1REParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Frome from Frome city centre

Bus31 · 3m
30 · 12m · every ~3 min

Frome train station facilities and services

Frome has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Frome.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frome.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frome: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frome: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frome: 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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