The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Wareham
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Wareham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wareham will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Wareham on Sat, Jun 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
7:05 AM2h22London9:27 AMWareham$221One-way0 transfers
4:30 AM2h42London7:12 AMWareham$231One-way0 transfers
8:35 AM2h54London11:29 AMWareham$371One-way0 transfers
8:46 AM3h02London11:48 AMWareham$461One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM3h01London10:28 AMWareham$721One-way0 transfers
7:05 AM2h22London9:27 AMWareham$221One-way0 transfers
4:30 AM2h42London7:12 AMWareham$231One-way0 transfers
8:35 AM2h54London11:29 AMWareham$371One-way0 transfers
7:27 AM3h01London10:28 AMWareham$721One-way0 transfers
8:46 AM3h02London11:48 AMWareham$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Wareham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wareham 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 21m. 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 $22.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wareham:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wareham costing on average $39 (€32).
Other travel options to Wareham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 2h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $33 (€27) 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.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
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.
Live departures
London to Wareham train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wareham trains for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34865+ G00997+ Q11093 | On time 8:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h08 | 11:31 AM Wareham station (WRM) | 2 transfers | |
G14937+ G01000+ Q11091 | On time 9:18 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h13 | 12:31 PM Wareham station (WRM) | 2 transfers | |
W34617+ G01003+ Q11089 | On time 10:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h15 | 1:31 PM Wareham station (WRM) | 2 transfers | |
G14939+ G01005+ Q11087 | On time 11:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h15 | 2:31 PM Wareham station (WRM) | 2 transfers | |
W34622+ G01009+ Q11085 | On time 12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h18 | 3:31 PM Wareham station (WRM) | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Wareham
Trains from London to Wareham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 10:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from London to Wareham trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between London and Wareham from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Wareham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wareham 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 Wareham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Wareham
Most London to Wareham trains use the London Waterloo to Wareham station pair, with some services arriving at Holton Heath. Use this guide to compare London and Wareham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Wareham leave from?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: 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.
Which Wareham station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Wareham from Wareham city centre
Wareham train station facilities and services
Wareham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wareham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wareham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wareham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wareham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wareham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wareham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via controlled level crossing with locking automatic gates, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Holton Heath from Wareham city centre
Holton Heath is 3 km from Wareham city centre. Public transport options include:
Holton Heath train station facilities and services
Holton Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holton Heath.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Holton Heath: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Holton Heath: Bike Parking.
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