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Compare bus and train for London to Wantage
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wantage 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 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€46 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Wantage train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wantage trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:04 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:00 AM London | 0h37 | 7:37 AM Wantage | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Wantage by bus or train
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Why should you book London to Wantage trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all train services from London to Wantage. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Wantage.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Great Western Rail tickets can only be bought on Omio or Great Western Rail's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Great Western Rail tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Wantage.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wantage
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Trains from London to Wantage run on average 14 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 37m.
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 $9 (€7)
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:40 |
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 $9 (€7)
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Wantage trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Wantage from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
37m
Cheapest Price
$53 (€43)
Great Western Rail frequency
13 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
FAQs: Trains from London to Wantage
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wantage 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 Wantage, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Wantage can be explored in one to two days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Vale and Downland Museum, the historic market place, and the nearby Ridgeway National Trail.
Yes, a day trip from London to Wantage is feasible with a travel duration of 37m, a distance of 55 miles (90 km), and 14 trains per day.
The distance by train from London to Wantage is 55 miles (90 km).
The train journey from London to Wantage offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and quaint villages, particularly as you travel through the areas surrounding the Chiltern Hills and the North Wessex Downs.
The train from London to Wantage takes 37m and runs 14 per day.
The last train from London to Wantage leaves at 11:40 PM.
The train station in London that goes to Wantage is London Paddington (PAD), which connects to Didcot Parkway (DID).
Train ticket prices from London to Wantage can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $56 (€45), while the average price is around $57 (€46).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London to Wantage.
There is no high speed train available from London to Wantage.
The cheapest way to get from London to Wantage is by bus, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The first train from London to Wantage leaves at 12:24 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Wantage.
Yes, there is a direct train from London to Wantage. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Wantage
London
Wantage
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- 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
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transit options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
25 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
Distance to city center
22 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Heathrow Terminal 4
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
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