London to Great Malvern train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Great Malvern

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$67

Fastest journey

2 h 23 m

Average duration

2 h 31 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

165 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Great Malvern will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave London for Great Malvern on Thu, Jul 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .

On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.

  • West Midlands TrainsC17931 · C17193
    10:56 AM3h50
    London Euston (EUS)
    2:46 PMGreat Malvern station (GMV)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC17873 · Y80832 · C17193
    10:46 AM4h00
    London Euston (EUS)
    2:46 PMGreat Malvern station (GMV)
    $271One-way
    2 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsY80805 · C17183
    7:56 AM3h50
    London Euston (EUS)
    11:46 AMGreat Malvern station (GMV)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC17750 · Y80800 · C17183
    7:46 AM4h00
    London Euston (EUS)
    11:46 AMGreat Malvern station (GMV)
    $441One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15399+Chiltern RailwaysL37338
    9:06 AM3h09
    London Marylebone (MYB)
    12:15 PMGreat Malvern station (GMV)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London to Great Malvern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Great Malvern 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 2h 46m. 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 $16.

Distance: 102 miles (165 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$32

Average price

$16

Average price

Cheapest

$61

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 46m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 9m

Average total duration

3h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

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 London to Great Malvern is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Great Malvern:

A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Great Malvern costing on average $32 (€26).

The fastest way to travel from London to Great Malvern is by train with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Great Malvern take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Great Malvern including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Great Malvern among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (2h 46m by train vs 2h 55m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($32 (€26) vs $61 (€50)). 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, Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London to Great Malvern train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Great Malvern trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33945+West Midlands TrainsC17181
On time
8:10 AM London Euston (EUS)
2h36
10:46 AM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
West Midlands TrainsC17848 · Y80809 · C17185
On time
8:46 AM London Euston (EUS)
4h00
12:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayY15417
On time
8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)
2h23
11:14 AM Great Malvern station (GMV)
0 transfersDirect
West Midlands TrainsC17883 · C17185
On time
8:56 AM London Euston (EUS)
3h50
12:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysL37338+Great Western RailwayY15399
On time
9:06 AM London Marylebone (MYB)
3h09
12:15 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34151+West Midlands TrainsC17183
On time
9:10 AM London Euston (EUS)
2h36
11:46 AM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW33919+West Midlands TrainsC17193
On time
12:10 PM London Euston (EUS)
2h36
2:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
West Midlands TrainsC17897 · Y80856 · C17198
On time
12:46 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h00
4:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayY15421+West Midlands TrainsC17196
On time
12:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)
2h54
3:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
West Midlands TrainsY80862 · C17198
On time
12:56 PM London Euston (EUS)
3h50
4:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW34208+West Midlands TrainsC17196
On time
1:10 PM London Euston (EUS)
2h36
3:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
1 transfer
West Midlands TrainsC17941 · Y80867 · Y80754
On time
1:46 PM London Euston (EUS)
4h00
5:46 PM Great Malvern station (GMV)
2 transfers

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Great Western Railway as well as West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from London to Great Malvern.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Great Malvern.

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 West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London to Great Malvern.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London to Great Malvern.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Great Malvern.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Great Malvern

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Trains from London to Great Malvern run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 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 $7 (€6)
Distance
102 miles (165 km)
Average train duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$16 (€13)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 21m
First train
5:15 AM
Last train
10:34 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
4 days
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 $7 (€6)

Train companies: Great Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Great Malvern trainsGreat Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London and Great Malvern from $7 (€6). 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 Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
$27 (€23)
Great Western Railway frequency
3 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

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Chiltern Railways frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
$134 (€110)
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Great Malvern

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London to Great Malvern can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $16 (€13), while the average price is around $32 (€26).
The train from London to Great Malvern takes 2h 21m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from London to Great Malvern is 102 miles (165 km).
The first train from London to Great Malvern leaves at 5:15 AM.
The last train from London to Great Malvern leaves at 10:34 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London to Great Malvern.
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Great Malvern. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Great Malvern.
The train station in London that goes to Great Malvern is London Paddington (PAD), which connects to Great Malvern station (GMV).
The cheapest way to get from London to Great Malvern is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
The train journey from London to Great Malvern offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Cotswolds with its rolling hills, charming villages, and lush countryside.
A day trip from London to Great Malvern is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 21m, which exceeds the 120-minute guideline for a day trip. Trains run 7 times per day.
For a visit to Great Malvern, 2 to 3 days are typically enough to explore the Malvern Hills, visit the local theatres and galleries, and enjoy the historic charm of the town.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Great Malvern.
Since neither London nor Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern include Worcester, Birmingham, Hereford, Bromsgrove, Cradley Heath.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Great Malvern 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 Great Malvern, travelers should be aware of common safety concerns such as petty theft, particularly in crowded areas like the town center and near popular attractions. It is advisable to keep personal belongings secure and remain vigilant against pickpocketing. While serious scams are uncommon, travelers should exercise caution when approached by unsolicited street vendors or offers that seem too good to be true. Using official transportation services and booking tickets through reputable sources helps avoid potential fraud.
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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