Andover to London Waterloo Trains From €11.51*

On average, it takes around one hour and ten minutes to get from Andover to London Waterloo with South Western Railway. The train will cross over from the town of Andover in Hampshire into Greater London, and then proceed to Waterloo Station in the London Borough of Lambeth.

South Western Railway services extend to counties like Wiltshire, Dorset, Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire, as well as London Waterloo. The network also runs further south, connecting key social cities such as Portsmouth and Southampton.

Departing from Andover

Andover train station is located north-west of the town centre, in a fairly suburban area. The station is approximately a fifteen-minute walk away or a ten-minute bus or taxi ride from the town centre. You can catch a bus from Andover Bus Station, located within The Chantry Shopping Centre.

South Western Railway is the sole rail operator from this station, serving destinations such as London Waterloo, Exeter St Davids, Salisbury, and Basingstoke.

Main stops

There are usually three stations from Andover to London Waterloo when travelling with South Western Railway. These are: Basingstoke, Woking, and Clapham Junction.

It’s worth considering that these stops may change due to scheduling adjustments or unforeseen circumstances, such as accidents, train malfunctions, engineering works, or adverse weather conditions. It's best to double-check before you leave to avoid disappointment.

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Arriving at London Waterloo

London Waterloo is the fourth busiest railway station in the UK, with almost 62.5 million entries and exits recorded in the year 2023-2024. Its popularity is unsurprising considering the station is the terminus of the South Eastern Main Line, the West of England Main Line, and the Portsmouth Direct Line.

Arriving at the station places you in an excellent location to explore the rest of London. It’s near some of London's most eminent landmarks, such as Buckingham Palace, The London Eye, The Shard, Tate Modern, and St Paul’s Cathedral.

It’s all swimming with public transport options to get you to all those sights, too. For example, the station has an inbuilt stop on the London Underground that serves the Waterloo & City, Bakerloo, Jubilee, and Northern lines. Plus, local buses and taxis also stop outside the station and can take you anywhere you’d like to go.

South Western Railway is the leading operator from London Waterloo station, providing services to destinations such as Windsor, Reading, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, and Exeter, as well as various commuter towns around London.

South Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating, Wheelchair spaces and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: Offers roomy seating, complimentary Wi-Fi, large tables, and wireless charging at your seat on some trains.

South Western Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Bags and other luggage items are permitted. Luggage racks and overhead compartments are available for the convenient storage of large luggage, cabin bags, and small belongings.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel without a fee. Dogs are required to be leashed, and other animals should be in carriers. A maximum of two pets is allowed per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes are welcome, but there is a ‘first-come, first-served’ policy. Small folding bicycles can be carried, but electric scooters are not allowed.
• Children: Children under five years old can travel at no cost, and those aged 5 to 15 benefit from a 50% discount on fares. The Family & Friends Railcard offers a discount of up to 33% on family travel expenses.
• Passenger Assist: Help with journey planning, ticket booking, boarding and alighting (including ramps), station navigation, and light luggage handling. It also provides guidance for visually impaired passengers and information on train and station facilities.

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