- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$14
Fastest journey on Sep 20
51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
52 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kingston upon Thames to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to London will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Kingston upon Thames to London, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 54 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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L81954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Thames to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 21m faster (37m by train vs 58m by car) and roughly $33 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€12) vs $48 (€39)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Thames to London trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q26479 | 6:48 AM Kingston (KNG) | 0h51 | 7:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81954 | 7:48 AM Kingston (KNG) | 0h54 | 8:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81972 | 8:48 AM Kingston (KNG) | 0h51 | 9:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L81991 | 9:48 AM Kingston (KNG) | 0h51 | 10:39 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kingston upon Thames to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 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 Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames to London trains use the Kingston to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Vauxhall. Use this guide to compare Kingston upon Thames and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kingston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kingston.
Wi-Fi is available at Kingston. ATMs are available at Kingston.
Ticket office support is available at Kingston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kingston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kingston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kingston: 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 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Tolworth is 4 km from Kingston upon Thames city centre. Public transport options include:
Tolworth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tolworth.
Wi-Fi is available at Tolworth.
Ticket office support is available at Tolworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tolworth: Parking.
Available at Tolworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tolworth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station - This station does not have step-free access. 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.
Norbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Norbiton.
Wi-Fi is available at Norbiton.
Ticket office support is available at Norbiton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Norbiton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Norbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norbiton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway, 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.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. 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 Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: 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.
Vauxhall is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Vauxhall has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Vauxhall.
Wi-Fi is available at Vauxhall. ATMs are available at Vauxhall.
Ticket office support is available at Vauxhall.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vauxhall: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Vauxhall: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vauxhall: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Wimbledon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Wimbledon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wimbledon.
Wi-Fi is available at Wimbledon. ATMs are available at Wimbledon.
Ticket office support is available at Wimbledon. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wimbledon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wimbledon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wimbledon: 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, 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: No.
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