The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmslow to London
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmslow to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmslow to London will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 5 trains that leave Wilmslow for London on Sat, Dec 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 248 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sat, Dec 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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, bus, and flight for Wilmslow to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmslow to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 154 miles (248 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€79 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €169 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Wilmslow to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmslow to London trains for today, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:48 PM Wilmslow | 3h08 | 10:56 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 6 | |||||
![]() | 4:59 AM Wilmslow | 2h37 | 7:36 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:13 AM Wilmslow | 2h00 | 7:13 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:13 AM Wilmslow | 1h56 | 10:09 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmslow to London
Trains from Wilmslow to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (248 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 154 miles (248 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 22:03 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Wilmslow to London trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Wilmslow and London from $21 (€17). 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 Wilmslow to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow to London
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 21:30 Saturday 06:10 - 21:30 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free access to platforms 1 (to Croydon/Sutton/London Bridge) and platform 2 (to Victoria) via lift. During times of engineering work trains may stop on platform 3/4 which do not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Station Road entrance ticket barriers.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Side entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:05 Saturday 07:40 - 14:40 Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platform 2
- Storage location: Cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 07:00 - 20:05 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility category B1. Level access to Platform 2 (southbound) and lift access to Platform 1 (northbound) from street level, but no step-free interchange between platforms. Step-free platform interchange requires 50m journey via street
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use bus stop BB in Brockley Road for buses towards Crystal Palace, East Croydon, Norwood Junction, Sutton and West Croydon Use bus stop BA in Brockley Road for buses towards London Bridge and New Cross Gate
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