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Compare train and bus for London to Datchet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Datchet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Datchet:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Datchet costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Datchet take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 32m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (49m by train vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $8 (€6) 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 South Western Railway.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Datchet
Trains from London to Datchet run on average 4 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Datchet trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Datchet from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
FAQs: Trains from London to Datchet
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Datchet 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 Datchet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Datchet
Most London to Datchet trains use the London Waterloo to Datchet station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Datchet train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Datchet leave from?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction train station facilities and services
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: 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.
Getting to Putney from London city centre
Putney is 8 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Putney train station facilities and services
Putney has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Putney.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Putney. ATMs are available at Putney.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Putney.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Putney: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Putney: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Putney: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Datchet station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Datchet from Datchet city centre
Datchet train station facilities and services
Datchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Datchet.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Datchet.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Datchet.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Datchet: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Datchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Datchet: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Near-level access to both platforms from separate entrances. Some access routes are up to 1:20 gradient, with very short graded sections on both sides of up to 1:10 gradient. Steps between platforms, or step-free approximately 70m via street and level crossing (full barrier). 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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