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

The cheapest way to get from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £50 - £65.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Den Close and arriving at Trafalgar Square. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross station. However, there are services departing from Shortlands and arriving at Charing Cross station via Elephant & Castle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross?

The distance between Shortlands Station and Charing Cross is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross without a car is to train and subway which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross, including transfers.

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

Shortlands Station to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, depart from Den Close station.

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

Shortlands Station to Charing Cross train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Shortlands station.

Where does the Shortlands Station to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Shortlands Station to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the Shortlands Station to Charing Cross train arrive?

Shortlands Station to Charing Cross train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Elephant & Castle station.

Can I drive from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortlands Station to Charing Cross is 11 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross.

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

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

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Shortlands Station to Charing Cross - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Shortlands Station to Charing Cross by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Shortlands to Elephant & Castletrain Sevenoaks - London Blackfriars / ...
2. Take the subway from Elephant & Castle station to Charing Cross stationsubway Bakerloo
37 min
£6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Den Close to Trafalgar Squarebus N3
1h 7m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortlands Station to Charing Crosstaxi 11.3 mi
29 min
£50–65
Drive 11.3 mi
1. Drive from Shortlands Station to Charing Crosscar 11.3 mi
29 min
£3–4
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shortlands to Elephant & Castletrain Sevenoaks - London Blackfriars / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Charing Crossbus 176 / ...
50 min
£6–21

Shortlands Station to Charing Cross by train and subway

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Transport UK London Bus operates a bus from Den Close to Trafalgar Square hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 52 min.

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