The cheapest and fastest trains from Melksham to London
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Melksham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Melksham to London will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 4 trains that leave Melksham for London on Sat, Dec 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Melksham to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Melksham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€40 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Melksham to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Melksham to London trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:02 AM Melksham | 1h34 | 8:36 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:31 AM Melksham | 2h38 | 1:09 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Melksham | 2h31 | 1:09 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Melksham | 1h34 | 1:07 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Melksham to London by train or bus
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Why should you book Melksham to London trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Melksham to London. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Melksham to London.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Melksham to London.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Melksham to London.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Melksham to London.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Melksham to London.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Melksham to London
Trains from Melksham to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:34, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 03:34 |
Last train 22:03 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Melksham to London trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Melksham and London from $14 (€11). 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 Melksham to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melksham to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Melksham to London
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- 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
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- 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
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