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It takes an average of 31m to travel from London Waterloo to South Merton by train, over a distance of around 8 miles (13 km). There are normally 38 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to South Merton and tickets for this journey start from £7 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:57 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | South Merton | |
| Journey time | From 24m | |
| Distance | 8 miles (13 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £7 | |
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How to travel from London Waterloo to South Merton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London Waterloo to South Merton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 38 trains per day running between London Waterloo and South Merton, which usually take 31 minutes to complete the 8 miles (13 km) journey. It can take as little as 24 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to South Merton by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both South Western Railway and Thameslink trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London Waterloo to South Merton start from £7.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to South Merton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from London Waterloo to South Merton?
Want to know more about your journey from London Waterloo to South Merton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to South Merton?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.