What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station is to bus via Den Close which costs £2 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Shortlands Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Den Close. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Shortlands Station?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Shortlands Station. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Shortlands via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

The distance between Charing Cross and Shortlands Station is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Shortlands Station bus from?

Charing Cross to Shortlands Station bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Shortlands Station train from?

Charing Cross to Shortlands Station train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station is to train which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus via Den Close, which costs £2 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Shortlands Station bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Shortlands Station bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Den Close station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Shortlands Station train arrive?

Charing Cross to Shortlands Station train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Shortlands station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Shortlands Station is 11 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station?

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Where can I stay near Shortlands Station?

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Charing Cross to Shortlands Station - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Charing Cross to Shortlands Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Shortlandstrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
40 min
£6–15
Bus via Den Close
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Den Closebus N3
1h 9m
£2
Line 159 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Brixton Stationbus 159 / ...
2. Take the train from Brixton to Shortlandstrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
1h 6m
£5–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Shortlands Stationtaxi 11.1 mi
31 min
£85–110
Drive 11.1 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Shortlands Stationcar 11.1 mi
31 min
£3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Farwig Lanebus N199
1h 18m
£2

Charing Cross to Shortlands Station by subway and train

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Shortlands Station, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Victoria to Shortlands every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 26 min. Thameslink also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Trafalgar Square to Den Close hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 56 min.

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