Trains to Wimbledon

Wimbledon station provides an interchange between two National Rail services, the London Underground and Tramlink routes. Wimbledon’s first train station opened in 1838, with the original building located south of the current station across Wimbledon Bridge. In the early 1950s, an Airedale Terrier named Laddie worked at Wimbledon station collecting donations for the Southern Railwaymen’s Homes at Woking. He collected over £5,000 via the box on his back by his retirement in 1956. A stuffed Laddie in a glass case was in the station after he died in 1960 until 1990, which continued to collect donations.

A roundabout serving as a drop-off point for passengers was removed from the station forecourt in 2011. But drivers and passengers needn’t worry - a taxi rank and car park are available at Wimbledon station. The station also has free wireless internet hotspots, shops, cash machines and waiting rooms.

Travellers can book train tickets online for collection at the ticket machines. Ticket offices at the entrances and in the main booking hall are open from early morning until evening.

Several London buses and the night route N87 stop by the station. A special service to the Lawn Tennis grounds operates during the Wimbledon Championships. Wimbledon is on the London Underground network and is the District line terminus. Six trains run each hour to Tower Hill, and the same number of trains leave the station every hour towards Edgware Road. There are direct connections to the Tramlink; six trams typically call every hour in both directions. Wimbledon station has a car park and over 100 storage spaces for bikes.

South Western Railway (SWR) and Thameslink operate trains calling at Wimbledon station. Destinations include Epsom, Woking and Teddington. For cheap train tickets, book in advance. Those who travel between two stations regularly could save even more with Season Tickets.

Clapham Junction to Wimbledon

It only takes 7 minutes to get from Clapham Junction to Wimbledon. Up to 16 trains run every hour.

London Waterloo to Wimbledon

With around 15 trains an hour, travelling from Waterloo to Wimbledon couldn’t be more convenient. Trains take approximately 16 minutes.

Herne Hill to Wimbledon

Travel between these areas in south London takes just under 20 minutes by rail. Two trains run every hour.

Sutton to Wimbledon

Two trains run every hour from Sutton to Wimbledon, and the journey takes about 17 minutes.

Rail services at Wimbledon station are operated by South Western Railway (SWR) and Thameslink. SWR trains include commuter services running from London Waterloo to south-west London, suburban trains in Berkshire, Surrey, Dorset and Hampshire, plus regional services in Somerset, Devon and Wiltshire. Thameslink provides a mainline route across London between Peterborough and Horsham, Luton and Sutton, and more destinations.

This charming suburb has so much more to offer than the Wimbledon Championships (though, if you’re a fan, the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is a must). Downtown is full of incredible restaurants and shops. The Wimbledon Quarter shopping centre is right next to Wimbledon station. Follow the path along the Wimbledon Way to Wimbledon Village for fabulous boutiques and dining, and end in Wimbledon Common.

Wimbledon is also home to the UK’s first Buddhist temple and only Thai temple, Wat Buddhapadipa, complete with a flower garden and lake in the heart of Wimbledon Park. Take part in a meditation session for the ultimate moment of calm.

Want a taste of the country within easy reach of central London? Check real-time train timetables and book your trip.

What zone is Wimbledon station in?

Wimbledon station is in zone 3.

Does Wimbledon station have toilets?

Yes, toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are located in Wimbledon station.

Is there a car park at Wimbledon station?

Yes, the car park at Wimbledon station has 40 spaces and two accessible spaces. Charges apply.

Are there restaurants near Wimbledon station?

Yes, Wimbledon station has a number of restaurants nearby, including fast food chains and gastropubs.

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