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Brooklands Museum
Museum at Brooklands telling the story of aviation, motorsport, and engineering at a pioneering site nearby.
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$11
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$14
Fastest journey on Oct 01
32 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
38 m
Trains on Oct 01
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Staines-upon-Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Staines-upon-Thames will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 5 trains from London to Staines-upon-Thames, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 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.










The table below shows live departures for London to Staines-upon-Thames trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:50 AM London | 0h32 | 6:22 AM Staines-upon-Thames | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM London | 0h32 | 7:22 AM Staines-upon-Thames | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM London | 0h38 | 8:11 AM Staines-upon-Thames | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM London | 0h32 | 12:52 PM Staines-upon-Thames | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:52 PM London | 0h54 | 3:46 PM Staines-upon-Thames | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from London to Staines-upon-Thames run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 17 miles (28 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 17 miles (28 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Museum at Brooklands telling the story of aviation, motorsport, and engineering at a pioneering site nearby.
Independent local museum covering Staines history, archaeology, river life, and the area's former linoleum industry.
National museum at nearby Runnymede with Magna Carta, Kennedy memorials, and exhibitions on democratic history.
Popular traffic-free riverside walk for boating views, benches, and easy access to the town centre.
Scenic riverside meadows at nearby Runnymede, famous for broad views and easy walking from the Staines area.
Main riverside park in Staines with lawns, paths, events, and one of the town's best Thames views.
A hearty pub pie with British beef, ale gravy and pastry. A classic meal in Thames-side pubs and a staple of traditional English comfort food.
Freshwater eel from the Thames region, jellied in a savory stock. It is one of the most traditional historic dishes associated with the River Thames.
A ploughman’s lunch of local cheese, bread, pickle and salad. It is a classic pub meal across southern England and common in historic market towns.
Popular local Indian restaurant praised for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Traditional riverside pub known for British classics, ales and a relaxed historic atmosphere near the Thames.
Established pub and dining room serving modern British dishes and drinks in a polished yet casual setting by the river.
Moderate for South East England: hotels and rail can be pricey, but pub meals and coffee are manageable versus London. Good for day trips with Oyster/contactless nearby.
Service may be included at restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis often round up or add about 10%. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Staines Railway Station -> Staines-upon-Thames Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Staines-upon-Thames 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 Staines-upon-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Staines-upon-Thames trains use the London Waterloo to Staines station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Staines-upon-Thames 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.
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.
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.
Staines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staines.
Wi-Fi is available at Staines. ATMs are available at Staines.
Ticket office support is available at Staines. 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 Staines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Staines: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staines: 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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