South Western Railway

South Western Railway (SWR) provides essential connections across Southern England with a focus on comfort, accessibility and modern conveniences.

Connecting London Waterloo, one of the UK’s busiest stations, with destinations across the South and South West of England.

South Western Railway Key routes include:

Mainline Services

• London Waterloo to Weymouth (via Basingstoke, Winchester, Southampton, Bournemouth and Poole)
• London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour (via Guildford and Haslemere or via Eastleigh and Fareham)
• London Waterloo to Exeter St Davids (limited direct services via Salisbury and Yeovil)

Suburban and Regional Routes

• London Waterloo to Reading (via Staines and Ascot)
• London Waterloo to Windsor and Eton Riverside
• London Waterloo to Dorking, Guildford and Alton
• London Waterloo to Shepperton, Hampton Court and Chessington South

Isle of Wight Services

Island Line, that is part of South Western Railway, operates between Ryde Pier Head and Shanklin.

Facilities Onboard SWR Trains

South Western operates a mix of modern and refurbished trains, ensuring passengers have a comfortable journey. The varied fleet each offering different amenities including:

Seating & Comfort

• Standard Class: Spacious seating with fold-down tables, power sockets (on newer trains) and luggage racks.
• First Class: Available on select long-distance services (e.g., London to Exeter/Portsmouth), offering wider seats, extra legroom and complimentary Wi-Fi (where available).
• Priority Seating: Designated spaces for disabled passengers, elderly travelers and pregnant women.

Access, Luggage & Services

• Step-free access at many stations, with ramps and lifts where available.
• Onboard wheelchair spaces with companion seating.
• Audible and visual announcements for passengers with hearing or sight impairments.
• Free Wi-Fi is available on most modern SWR trains.
• Power sockets (USB and standard plug) at many seats, particularly on longer-distance services.
• Trolley service on select long-distance routes (e.g., London to Exeter/Weymouth), offering snacks and drinks.
• Bike spaces are available on most trains but require reservation on peak services (secure bike storage is available at key stations like Waterloo, Woking and Southampton).
• Overhead racks and dedicated luggage areas for suitcases and larger bags.
• All long-distance trains (Class 444 and 450) have onboard toilets, including accessible facilities, however suburban trains may not always include toilets so passengers are advised to use station facilities before boarding.

South Western Railway provides essential connections across Southern England with a focus on comfort, accessibility and modern conveniences.

For the latest updates, passengers can visit the official SWR website or check real-time journey planners at the top of this page.

You may purchase South Western Rail train tickets here and view updated South Western Rail train timetables here. For the latest information, passengers should consult official South Western Rail channels before travelling.