Getting from Ashford(Surrey) to London Vauxhall takes only around thirty-three minutes with South Western Railway. That’s because Ashford is only fourteen miles from central London.
As you travel, you can sit back and relax. You’ll pass through Surrey, alongside London's outer suburbs, before heading into the bustling city centre of the UK’s capital city.
South Western Railway runs a large and varied network that connects urban, suburban, and rural passengers throughout the South West. Their terminus begins at London Waterloo station, and serves areas such as Wiltshire, Dorset, Berkshire, Surrey, and Hampshire. They even run the Island Line on the Isle of Wight.
Departing from Ashford(Surrey)
Ashford is a town in Spelthorne, Surrey. It’s a commuter town that serves London with excellent rail links, although the town’s station is small overall.
The station is complemented by car parking facilities and local bus services, but it does not have taxis. You would need to arrange a taxi yourself.
Main stops
There are six stops to get from Ashford(Surrey) to London Vauxhall. These are: Feltham, Whitton, Twickenham, Richmond, Putney, and Clapham Junction.
These stops may change due to scheduling alterations, construction work, or train faults. It’s best to check before you travel to avoid disappointment.
If you want a cheaper fare, then it’s best to buy cheap train tickets from sites like TrainPal. If you add your Railcard, you’ll get an even better discount.
Arriving at Vauxhall
Vauxhall station is a brilliant place to arrive in London. Located on South Lambert Road, you can get to anywhere you want in the rest of London, as it’s a central transport hub in the south of London. It’s a train station, a London Underground station, and the second busiest bus interchange in London, all in one.
The Underground station runs on the Victoria Line, while the central train station has regular services to London Waterloo. Great Northern, Southern, and South Western Railway are the primary operators at this station.
Vauxhall Station is in the heart of London, so a lot is happening nearby. You can do anything from taking a stroll around Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens and Vauxhall Park to imbibing some culture at Tate Britain. Westminster, Buckingham Palace, and the ritzy area of Mayfair are only a few tube stops away.
South Western Railway train classes
- Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices. Wheelchair spaces are available in Standard Class only.
- First Class: First Class tickets include at-seat wireless charging and more spacious seats and tables.
South Western Railway train travel advice
- Luggage: Bags and other luggage items are permitted.
- Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
- Bicycles: Bikes are welcomed but there is a ‘first come, first served’ policy.
- Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. Booking in advance using TrainPal helps ensure families can sit together. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
- 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.