Trains to Oxford (1 hour) and the region depart from London's Paddington station. Ascot (¾ hour) is easily accessible from London: trains leave Waterloo on the half hour. Trains to St. Albans (30 minutes) leave from St. Pancras Station. For timetables, call or log on to National Rail Enquiries's Web site.
National Rail Enquiries (0845/748-4950. www.nationalrail.co.uk).