What is the cheapest way to get from New Cross Station to Beckton?

The cheapest way to get from New Cross Station to Beckton is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Cross Station to Beckton?

The fastest way to get from New Cross Station to Beckton is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between New Cross Station and Beckton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greenwich South Street / Blackheath Road and arriving at Kingsford Way. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between New Cross Station and Beckton?

No, there is no direct train from New Cross Station to Beckton station. However, there are services departing from New Cross ELL and arriving at Beckton DLR Station via Shadwell DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from New Cross Station to Beckton?

The distance between New Cross Station and Beckton is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

How do I travel from New Cross Station to Beckton without a car?

The best way to get from New Cross Station to Beckton without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from New Cross Station to Beckton?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from New Cross Station to Beckton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Cross Station to Beckton bus from?

New Cross Station to Beckton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Greenwich South Street / Blackheath Road station.

Where do I catch the New Cross Station to Beckton train from?

New Cross Station to Beckton train services, operated by London Overground, depart from New Cross ELL station.

Train or bus from New Cross Station to Beckton?

The best way to get from New Cross Station to Beckton is to train which takes 43 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus via Egerton Drive, which costs £2 - £60 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the New Cross Station to Beckton bus arrive?

New Cross Station to Beckton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Kingsford Way station.

Where does the New Cross Station to Beckton train arrive?

New Cross Station to Beckton train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Shadwell station.

Can I drive from New Cross Station to Beckton?

Yes, the driving distance between New Cross Station to Beckton is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from New Cross Station to Beckton.

Where can I stay near Beckton?

There are 20107+ hotels available in Beckton.

New Cross Station to Beckton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 129 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from New Cross Station to Beckton by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New Cross ELL to Shadwelltrain New Cross ELL - Dalston Junction
2. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Beckton DLR Stationtrain Dlr
43 min
£4–8
Line 129 bus
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1. Take the bus from Greenwich South Street / Blackheath Road to Kingsford Waybus 129
1h 9m
£1–55
Line 129 bus via Egerton Drive
1. Take the bus from Greenwich South Street / Blackheath Road to Kingsford Waybus 129
1h 4m
£3–59
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New Cross Station to Becktontaxi 7.8 mi
19 min
£21–26
Drive 7.8 mi
1. Drive from New Cross Station to Becktoncar 7.8 mi
19 min
£2–3

New Cross Station to Beckton by train

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between New Cross Station, England and Beckton, England?

You can take a train from New Cross ELL to Beckton DLR Station via Shadwell and Shadwell DLR Station in around 43 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Greenwich South Street / Blackheath Road to Kingsford Way every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–55 and the journey takes 54 min.

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