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Staines to Stratford (London) by train

First train

04:37

Last train

22:38

Departure station

Staines

Arrival station

Stratford (London)

Journey time

From 1h 23m

Distance

23 miles (37 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

London Overground, South Western Railway

Taking the train from Staines to Stratford (London) in 1 hour 23 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Staines to Stratford (London)? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 23 miles (37 km) from Staines to Stratford (London) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with South Western Railway or London Overground, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Staines to Stratford (London) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stratford (London) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Staines to Stratford (London)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Staines to Stratford (London) take?

The average journey time by train between Staines and Stratford (London) is 1 hour and 30 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Staines and Stratford (London) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Staines to Stratford (London) is 1 hour and 23 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Staines to Stratford (London)?

No, there are no direct train services from Staines to Stratford (London). Travelling from Staines to Stratford (London) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Staines to Stratford (London) leave?

The first train from Staines to Stratford (London) leaves at 04:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Staines to Stratford (London) leave?

The last train from Staines to Stratford (London) leaves at 22:38. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Staines and Stratford (London) by train?

Trains travelling from Staines to Stratford (London) cover a distance of around 23 miles (37 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Stratford (London) to Staines.

Cheap train tickets from Staines to Stratford (London)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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