What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Southwark?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Southwark is to bus which costs £2 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Southwark?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Southwark is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wilkes Road and arriving at Aldwych / Drury Lane. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Southwark?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brentford and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Central London to Southwark?

The distance between Central London and Southwark is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Southwark without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Southwark without a car is to subway which takes 32 min and costs £9 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Southwark?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Central London to Southwark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Southwark bus from?

Central London to Southwark bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Wilkes Road station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Southwark train from?

Central London to Southwark train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Brentford station.

Train or bus from Central London to Southwark?

The best way to get from Central London to Southwark is to bus which takes 46 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £10 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Central London to Southwark bus arrive?

Central London to Southwark bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Central London to Southwark train arrive?

Central London to Southwark train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Central London to Southwark?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Southwark is 10 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Central London to Southwark.

How do I get a train ticket from Central London to Southwark?

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Where can I stay near Southwark?

There are 21978+ hotels available in Southwark.

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Southwark by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to Green Park stationsubway Piccadilly
32 min
£9–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Road to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9
46 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Southwarktaxi 10.2 mi
26 min
£95–120
Drive 10.2 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Southwarkcar 10.2 mi
26 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Brentford to London Waterlootrain Windsor & Eton Riverside - London Waterloo / ...
33 min
£4–10

Central London to Southwark by subway

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Distance: 10.2 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Central London, England and Southwark, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Northfields station to Green Park station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £8–29 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Wilkes Road to Aldwych / Drury Lane hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 46 min.

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