The cheapest and fastest trains from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 36 trains that leave Esher station (ESH) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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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L74586
L74550
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L74616
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L74665Live departures
Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P61665 | On time 08:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 09:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74480 | On time 09:27 Esher station (ESH) | 0h29 | 09:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74486 | On time 09:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 10:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74492 | On time 10:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h33 | 10:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74498 | On time 10:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 11:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74504 | On time 11:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h33 | 11:58 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74510 | On time 11:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 12:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74516 | On time 12:26 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 12:56 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74522 | On time 12:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 13:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74528 | On time 13:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 13:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74534 | On time 13:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 14:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74540 | On time 14:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 14:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74546 | On time 14:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 15:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74552 | On time 15:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 15:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74558 | On time 15:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 16:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74564 | On time 16:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 16:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74570 | On time 16:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 17:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74576 | On time 17:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 17:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74582 | On time 17:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 18:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74588 | On time 18:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 18:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74594 | On time 18:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 19:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74600 | On time 19:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 19:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74606 | On time 19:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 20:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74612 | On time 20:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 20:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74618 | On time 20:55 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 21:25 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74624 | On time 21:25 Esher station (ESH) | 0h30 | 21:55 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
P61655 | On time 05:51 Esher station (ESH) | 0h35 | 06:26 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74447 | On time 06:23 Esher station (ESH) | 0h29 | 06:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74452 | On time 06:52 Esher station (ESH) | 0h32 | 07:24 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74661 | On time 07:02 Esher station (ESH) | 0h26 | 07:28 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74663 | On time 07:22 Esher station (ESH) | 0h23 | 07:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
L74665 | On time 07:50 Esher station (ESH) | 0h24 | 08:14 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P61718 | On time 08:12 Esher station (ESH) | 0h24 | 08:36 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P61720 | On time 08:23 Esher station (ESH) | 0h23 | 08:46 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
P61721 | On time 08:42 Esher station (ESH) | 0h24 | 09:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 24m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 20:52 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Esher station (ESH) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Esher station (ESH) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Esher station (ESH) and London Waterloo (WAT)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:50 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 14:00 Sunday 09:00 - 13:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has step-free access to both platforms via the Racecourse entrance only. There is a long and steep ramp of up to 1:7 gradient to Platform 1 (for trains towards London Waterloo). There is a long and steep ramp of up to 1:4 gradient to Platform 4 (for trains towards Woking). There is no step-free access via the main entrance. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The unisex toilets are located on platform 4, outside the ticket office.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road (B3379) by Station Entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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