What is the cheapest way to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station?

The cheapest way to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station?

The fastest way to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Plaistow and Elephant & Castle Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station station. However, there are services departing from Croydon Road and arriving at Elephant & Castle Station via Tower Hill / Tower Gateway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Plaistow and Elephant & Castle Station?

No, there is no direct train from Plaistow station to Elephant & Castle Station station. However, there are services departing from West Ham station and arriving at Elephant & Castle station via Bank station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station?

The distance between Plaistow and Elephant & Castle Station is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.7 miles.

How do I travel from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station without a car?

The best way to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station without a car is to subway which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station bus from?

Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Croydon Road station.

Where do I catch the Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station train from?

Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Ham station.

Where does the Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station bus arrive?

Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Tower of London / Tower Hill Station.

Where does the Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station train arrive?

Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Cannon Street station.

Can I drive from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station is 7 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station?

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Where can I stay near Elephant & Castle Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from West Ham station to Cannon Street stationsubway District / ...
28 min
£5–18
Drive 6.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Stationcar 6.7 mi
20 min
£2–3
Subway, line 343 bus
1. Take the subway from West Ham station to Tower Hill stationsubway District / ...
2. Take the bus from Tower Hill / Tower Gateway Station to Elephant & Castle Stationbus 343
39 min
£4–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Stationtaxi 6.7 mi
20 min
£65–80
Bus, line 343 bus
1. Take the bus from Croydon Road to Tower of London / Tower Hill Stationbus N15
2. Take the bus from Tower Hill / Tower Gateway Station to Elephant & Castle Stationbus 343
52 min
£3–41

Plaistow to Elephant & Castle Station by subway and foot

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Plaistow, Greater London, England and Elephant & Castle Station, Greater London, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from West Ham station to Cannon Street station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3–14 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Croydon Road to Elephant & Castle Station via Tower of London / Tower Hill Station and Tower Hill / Tower Gateway Station in around 52 min.

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