Train times from Hounslow to London
Hounslow connects to 1 London terminal. The fastest route is Waterloo in 37 minutes on a direct train.
- Fastest journey to London
- 37 minutes to Waterloo
- Direct service
- Yes
- London terminals served
- 1 (Waterloo)
- Operator
- South Western Railway
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Hounslow to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo | 37 min | same as fastest | 42 min | 4.8/hr | South Western Railway |
Hounslow to Waterloo
The fastest train from Hounslow to London Waterloo takes 37 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by South Western Railway. That makes Hounslow the 43rd quickest of the 126 stations with a service into Waterloo inside 90 minutes.
That is the quickest train of the day. For a morning arrival the median journey is 42 minutes, 5 minutes longer. That median covers 36 services arriving at Waterloo between 07:00 and 09:30 across three sampled weekdays, roughly 4.8 an hour.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Hounslow to London take?
The fastest train from Hounslow reaches London Waterloo in 37 minutes. Hounslow connects to 1 London terminal: Waterloo.
Which London station should I travel to from Hounslow?
Waterloo is the quickest at 37 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to Waterloo.
Is Hounslow a good commuter town for London?
At 37 minutes to London Waterloo, Hounslow is a practical commuter choice, with the fastest journey under an hour. Direct trains keep the journey simple.
Are there direct trains from Hounslow to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Waterloo.
What are the nearest stations to Hounslow?
The closest alternatives are Isleworth, Twickenham, Strawberry Hill. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 45 minutes of Waterloo
Hounslow is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 45 minutes of London Waterloo, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
Alternative departure points close to Hounslow, for comparing platforms rather than places.
Battersea Park is quicker: 15 km away and 4 minutes into London Victoria, saving 33 minutes on the journey above. It is one of 61 stations within 20 km that beat Hounslow.