- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€9
Fastest journey on Oct 13
20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
20 m
Trains on Oct 13
42
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Richmond to London will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 42 trains from Richmond to London, including 42 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 20 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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L80688
L82290
L82901
L82905
L80679
L80697
L80715
L80706
L80724Trains from Richmond to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Richmond to London trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80575 | 6:14 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h22 | 6:36 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82866 | 6:19 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 6:46 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84495 | 6:28 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h21 | 6:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83643 | 6:28 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h53 | 7:21 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80581 | 6:47 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h23 | 7:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82868 | 6:51 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h29 | 7:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84521 | 8:01 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h23 | 8:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82290 | 8:04 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h29 | 8:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79513 | 8:08 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h22 | 8:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84075 | 8:12 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 1h01 | 9:13 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80606 | 8:15 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h22 | 8:37 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82877 | 8:19 AM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h29 | 8:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80679 | 12:15 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 12:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82901 | 12:19 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 12:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83703 | 12:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h51 | 1:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84613 | 12:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h21 | 12:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80688 | 12:45 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h22 | 1:07 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82905 | 12:49 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 1:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83709 | 12:58 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h51 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84621 | 12:58 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h21 | 1:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80697 | 1:15 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 1:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82907 | 1:19 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 1:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84633 | 1:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h21 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83713 | 1:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h51 | 2:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80706 | 1:45 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 2:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82911 | 1:49 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 2:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84641 | 1:58 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h22 | 2:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83719 | 1:58 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h51 | 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80715 | 2:15 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 2:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82913 | 2:19 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 2:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84653 | 2:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h21 | 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83723 | 2:31 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h48 | 3:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80724 | 2:45 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 3:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82917 | 2:49 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 3:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84661 | 2:58 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h21 | 3:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83729 | 2:58 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h51 | 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80733 | 3:15 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 3:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L82919 | 3:19 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h27 | 3:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L83733 | 3:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h51 | 4:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84673 | 3:28 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h23 | 3:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84108 | 3:42 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h57 | 4:39 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80742 | 3:45 PM Richmond station (RMD) | 0h20 | 4:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond 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.

Most Richmond to London trains use the Richmond to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Richmond and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Richmond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Richmond.
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond. ATMs are available at Richmond.
Ticket office support is available at Richmond.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Richmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Richmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond: 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.
North Sheen is 1 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
North Sheen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at North Sheen.
Wi-Fi is available at North Sheen.
Ticket office support is available at North Sheen.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Sheen: Parking.
Available at North Sheen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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.
West Hampstead is 6 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
West Hampstead has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at West Hampstead.
ATMs are available at West Hampstead.
Available at West Hampstead: Parking, WC.
Available at West Hampstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Hampstead.
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