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King John's House and Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run local museum covering Romsey’s social history, industry, and notable residents. Compact, informative, and central for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Romsey is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Romsey will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from London to Romsey without transferring at least once.
L79920 · L84097
L80222 · L84238
L78868 · L84209
L79914 · L84092
L79329 · L84097
L80360 · L84087
L80084 · L84092
L80352 · L84085
W34865+
G00997+
L84092
L79329+
G00997+
L84092Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Romsey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Romsey:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Romsey costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Romsey take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $47 (€38) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for London to Romsey trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80352 · L84085 | 6:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h33 | 8:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L78868 · L84209 | 7:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h48 | 8:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80214 · L84223+ C82337 | 7:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h46 | 9:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L85013 · L80360 · L84087+ C82337 | 7:05 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h58 | 9:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 3 transfers | |
L80059 · L80214 · L84223+ G27818 | 7:06 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h45 | 9:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 3 transfers | |
L80360 · L84087 | 7:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 9:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80059+ G15003 | 7:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h04 | 9:54 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80214 · L84223+ G26279 | 7:54 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h57 | 9:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ G15007 · G14953 | 7:57 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h25 | 10:22 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ L84092+ G14953 | 7:57 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2h06 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
C37236+ G01000+ L84097 | 7:58 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h05 | 11:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L80214 · L84223 | 8:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h46 | 9:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79914 · L84092 | 8:08 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h55 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
G00997+ L84092+ G14935 | 8:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h45 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L79329 · L84097 | 8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h59 | 10:19 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79329+ G00997+ L84092 | 8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h43 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ L84092+ W34865 | 8:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h40 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L80084 · L84092 | 8:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80084+ G15007 | 8:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h47 | 10:22 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80222 · L84238 | 9:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h46 | 10:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79920 · L84097 | 9:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 11:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80061+ G14330+ G15006 | 9:16 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 2h35 | 11:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from London to Romsey run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Romsey — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Romsey trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Romsey’s social history, industry, and notable residents. Compact, informative, and central for first-time visitors.
Historic domestic building with period rooms and displays. Often presented with the heritage centre and valued for its surviving medieval character.
Working watermill and heritage site with displays on milling and riverside life. A distinctive museum visit beside one of Hampshire’s famous chalk streams.
Central green by Romsey Abbey and the River Test. Ideal for relaxing, photographing the abbey, and enjoying one of the town’s most attractive open spaces.
Historic pedestrian-focused street lined with old buildings and independent shops. A pleasant place to experience Romsey’s market-town character.
Historic market area at the centre of town. Worth visiting for civic character, local events, and easy access to nearby heritage sights.
A Hampshire pub classic of local pork sausages in onion gravy, often served with mashed potatoes. It reflects the county's strong farming and pub food traditions.
A traditional English roast, often using Hampshire beef or lamb, with roast potatoes, vegetables and gravy. It is a staple Sunday meal in local pubs.
Cured ham from Hampshire, valued for its rich, salty flavour. It is one of the county's best-known foods and is often served in sandwiches or ploughman's lunches.
Well-regarded country pub near Romsey serving modern British dishes, quality meat and seafood, with a smart yet welcoming dining room.
Popular local café and deli for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes, valued for friendly service and quality produce in a casual setting.
Stylish restaurant in a historic coaching inn, known for seasonal British cooking and a polished but relaxed setting in the town centre.
Moderate for southern England. Rooms, dining, and rail travel cost more than smaller UK towns, but Romsey is usually cheaper than London.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi tips are optional, often rounding up. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Romsey Railway Station -> Romsey Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Romsey 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 Romsey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Romsey trains use the London Waterloo to Romsey station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Romsey train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Clapham Junction.
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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.
Romsey has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Romsey.
Wi-Fi is available at Romsey.
Ticket office support is available at Romsey.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Romsey: Parking.
Available at Romsey: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Romsey: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via local roads and up a long access ramp. Platform 2 is through the ticket office or night entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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