How to travel from London to Waterloo

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Waterloo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Waterloo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč 2,087 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 2,087, while a flight costs an average of Kč 10,396.

Distance: 203 miles (328 km)

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Kč 5,900

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Kč 10,396

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2h 28m

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4h 56m

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1.0 - 2.0kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Ryanair

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from London to Waterloo

Compare the available ways to get from London to Waterloo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Waterloo is a bus with an average price of Kč 2,087.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Waterloo:

A bus is Kč 3,813 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Waterloo costing on average Kč 5,900.

A bus is Kč 8,309 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Waterloo costing on average Kč 10,396.

The fastest way to travel from London to Waterloo is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Waterloo take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 12h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Waterloo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Waterloo among Omio's users.

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from London to Waterloo

How to get from London to Waterloo by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from London to Waterloo is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 2534
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  • RyanairFR 2534
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  • RyanairFR 2534
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  • Eurostar9106+SNCB1780
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9110+SNCB1981
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9114+SNCB1782
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1254 · 1433
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Malta AirFR 5681
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 2537
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  • Brussels AirlinesSN2094
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FAQs: Travel from London to Waterloo

Travel to Waterloo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Waterloo.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Waterloo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Waterloo is a bus with an average price of Kč 2,087.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Waterloo:

A bus is Kč 3,813 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Waterloo costing on average Kč 5,900.

A bus is Kč 8,309 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Waterloo costing on average Kč 10,396.

The fastest way to travel from London to Waterloo is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Waterloo take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 56m.

Bus takes on average 12h 56m.

The distance from London to Waterloo is approximately 203 miles (328 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Waterloo is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Waterloo as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Waterloo:
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Waterloo.
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Waterloo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to Waterloo by train.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Indigo Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Air Baltic to go to Waterloo by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Waterloo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Waterloo with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, British Airways.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from London to Waterloo often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Paris, Brussels-Midi, Amsterdam, Brussels-Central. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Waterloo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Waterloo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Waterloo, including its historical sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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