- Recommended
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.
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 $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 3 trains from London to Romsey, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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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Trains from London to Romsey run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) but you can travel from only $7 (€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 21m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Romsey.
The table below shows live departures for London to Romsey trains for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L79914 · L84092 | On time 8:08 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h55 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
G00997+ L84092+ G14935 | Delayed 8:54 AM 8:18 AMLondon Paddington (PAD) | 1h45 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L79329 · L84097 | On time 8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h59 | 10:19 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79329+ G00997+ L84092 | On time 8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h43 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ L84092+ W34865 | Delayed 8:54 AM 8:23 AMLondon Paddington (PAD) | 1h40 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L80083 · L84092 | On time 8:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 10:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80083+ G15007 | On time 8:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h47 | 10:22 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80221 · L84238 | On time 9:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h46 | 10:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79920 · L84097 | On time 9:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 11:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80061+ G15006+ G27564 | Delayed 9:57 AM 9:12 AMLondon Victoria (VIC) | 2h39 | 11:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ G01000+ L84097 | On time 9:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h45 | 11:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L79342 · L84102 | On time 9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h59 | 11:19 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79342+ G01000+ L84097 | On time 9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h43 | 11:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L80091 · L84097 | On time 9:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 11:03 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80091+ G15009 | On time 9:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h46 | 11:21 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80061+ G15006 | On time 9:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h01 | 11:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80233 · L84253 | On time 10:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h46 | 11:51 AM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79926 · L84102 | On time 10:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 12:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
W35111+ G01003+ L84102 | On time 10:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 12:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
W34617+ G01003+ L84102 | On time 10:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h47 | 12:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L79352 · L84109 | On time 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h59 | 12:19 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79352+ G01003+ L84102 | On time 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h43 | 12:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L80101 · L84102 | On time 10:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 12:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80101+ G15011 | On time 10:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h47 | 12:22 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L80241 · L84269 | On time 11:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h46 | 12:51 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
G27848+ L79363+ G01005+ L84109 | On time 11:06 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1h57 | 1:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 3 transfers | |
L79932 · L84109 | On time 11:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h54 | 1:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
W35115+ G01005+ L84109 | On time 11:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h51 | 1:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
G14939+ G01005+ L84109 | On time 11:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h47 | 1:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L79363 · L84118 | On time 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h59 | 1:19 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
L79363+ G01005+ L84109 | On time 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h43 | 1:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 2 transfers | |
L80109 · L84109 | On time 11:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h28 | 1:03 PM Romsey station (ROM) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 5 | |||||
![]() | 7:42 AM London | 2h21 | 10:03 AM Romsey | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM London | 2h01 | 9:51 AM Romsey | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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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.
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.
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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