Trains from Winchester to London Waterloo from £14.60

The historic town of Winchester, with its medieval cathedral, is well connected by direct train services to London Waterloo. Whether you’re heading to the capital for a day trip filled with sightseeing or commuting to the office, our guide below has all the information you’ll need to plan your next trip from Winchester to London.

Setting off from Winchester station

Conveniently located within walking distance of Winchester’s High Street and popular attractions such as Winchester Cathedral and Winchester City Mill, Winchester station is served by direct services to London Waterloo, Portsmouth and Southampton. If you’re travelling to the station from nearby towns and villages, including those in the South Downs National Park, the station is well connected via local bus routes, with bus stops close to the station entrance. There’s also a large car park and bicycle storage available.

Once you’ve arrived at Winchester station, you’ll find useful facilities including a heated waiting room on platform 2, seating areas, accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, an ATM and public Wi-Fi. Looking to grab a coffee before you board your train from Winchester to London Waterloo? No problem, there’s a choice of Costa, Pumpkin Café and Café Destino. There’s also a convenience store and a florist for any last-minute purchases before you depart.

Which line is Winchester station on?

Direct trains from Winchester to London Waterloo are operated by South Western Railway on the South West Main Line. Trains mainly originate from Weymouth and Portsmouth, stopping at Winchester on their journey to London Waterloo. The journey of 61 miles can be covered in just 1h 7m by the fastest services, although typical travel times tend to range from 70 to 90 minutes.

Stops on the way vary at different times but often include Basingstoke, Woking and Clapham Junction. With services running two to three times per hour and the earliest trains departing before 06:00, it’s certainly feasible to enjoy a day trip to the capital.

Many South Western Railway services now feature free onboard Wi-Fi throughout the journey as well as quiet zones, which are great if you’re looking for a more tranquil carriage as you glide through the Hampshire countryside to London Waterloo.

Travelling from Winchester to London Waterloo in First Class

Why not consider upgrading your ticket from Winchester to London Waterloo to First Class? First Class carriages feature wider, more comfortable seating and large tables as well as at-seat wireless charging on some services.

For weekday upgrades, head to the ticket office before you travel to pay the additional fare, while at weekends you can speak to the guard on the train to arrange an upgrade, subject to availability. You can also book advanced First Class tickets through our journey planner. Simply choose your preferred journey and before proceeding to the payment screen, select ‘View 1st Class & More tickets’ to see advanced First Class fares.

How much is the train from Winchester to London Waterloo?

A train ticket from Winchester to London Waterloo can cost as little as £14.60, although average fares are between £15 and £30. Some top tips for saving money when booking your Winchester to London Waterloo train tickets include:

• Booking in advance
• Travelling off-peak
• Making the most of split tickets where applicable
• Comparing fares for different dates and times with our journey planner

Can you commute from Winchester to London Waterloo?

With some services taking less than an hour and the availability of frequent direct services, many commuters choose to make the most of the fast train connections between Winchester and London Waterloo to travel to work. Regular commuters on this line can buy South Western Railway season tickets, with flexi, weekly, monthly and annual passes available.

If you’re only travelling from Winchester to London Waterloo occasionally for work, you might find using our journey planner to book an advanced fare works out the most cost-effective option, especially if you have some flexibility to your journey.

Arriving at London Waterloo

Having whizzed through the Hampshire countryside and arrived in London, you’ll disembark at London Waterloo station. This popular transport hub is Britain’s largest station and buzzes with commuters and tourists alike. As such, it’s well-equipped with facilities including:

• ATMs
• Left luggage facilities
• Seating areas
• Accessible toilets
• Baby changing facilities
• Water fountains
• Free public Wi-Fi

Looking to grab something to eat or drink, or pop to the shops before you head to the office or start your sightseeing? London Waterloo station has a wide selection of eating, drinking and shopping outlets. These include Wasabi, Pret, Starbucks, FatFace, Boots and Greggs.

There’s plenty of choice for onward travel with Waterloo Underground station connecting with the Bakerloo, Northern, Jubilee and Waterloo & City lines. You’ll find various bus stops near the station entrance connecting passengers with local bus routes travelling across the city. Meanwhile, nearby Waterloo East station is served by Southeastern trains to South East London, Kent and East Sussex.

If you’re planning to set off on foot from London Waterloo to explore nearby attractions, you’re spoilt for choice. The London Eye, Royal Festival Hall, SEA LIFE London Aquarium and the London Dungeon are all within easy walking distance of the station. You could then take a river cruise to admire London’s iconic buildings from the water or wander along the South Bank, soaking in the views as you make your way towards the Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe and the Shard.

London has so much to offer visitors, from historic buildings and vast parks to unique restaurants and world-class shows, you may find you want to extend your visit to a weekend or longer. Be sure to check out our London destination guide for top tips on what to see, where to stay and places to eat as you explore the capital.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.