What is the cheapest way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater?

The cheapest way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater?

The fastest way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Shortlands and Bluewater?

No, there is no direct bus from Shortlands station to Bluewater station. However, there are services departing from Bromley North Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bexleyheath Clock Tower. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Shortlands and Bluewater?

No, there is no direct train from Shortlands to Bluewater. However, there are services departing from Shortlands and arriving at Stone Crossing via Petts Wood and Hither Green. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Shortlands to Bluewater?

The distance between Shortlands and Bluewater is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

How do I travel from Shortlands to Bluewater without a car?

The best way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater without a car is to line 261 bus and train which takes 1h 40m and costs £6 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Shortlands to Bluewater?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Shortlands to Bluewater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shortlands to Bluewater bus from?

Shortlands to Bluewater bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Bromley North Station.

Where do I catch the Shortlands to Bluewater train from?

Shortlands to Bluewater train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Shortlands station.

Train or bus from Shortlands to Bluewater?

The best way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater is to line 269 bus and line 96 bus which takes 1h 41m and costs £2 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £20 and takes 2h.

Where does the Shortlands to Bluewater bus arrive?

Shortlands to Bluewater bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Friswell Place station.

Where does the Shortlands to Bluewater train arrive?

Shortlands to Bluewater train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Petts Wood station.

Can I drive from Shortlands to Bluewater?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortlands to Bluewater is 17 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Shortlands to Bluewater.

Where can I stay near Bluewater?

There are 10053+ hotels available in Bluewater.

Shortlands to Bluewater - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 261 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Shortlands to Bluewater by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 261 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from West Street Bromley to Leebus 261
2. Take the train from Lee to Stone Crossingtrain London Charing Cross - Gravesend / ...
1h 40m
£7–13
Line 269 bus, line 96 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to Friswell Placebus 269
2. Take the bus from Bexleyheath Clock Tower to Bus Stationbus 96 / ...
1h 41m
£3–57
Train
1. Take the train from Shortlands to Petts Woodtrain
2. Take the train from Petts Wood to Hither Greentrain
3. Take the train from Hither Green to Stone Crossingtrain
2h
£10–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortlands to Bluewatertaxi 16.5 mi
23 min
£75–95
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Shortlands to Bluewatercar 16.5 mi
23 min
£5–6

Shortlands to Bluewater by bus and foot

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Shortlands, England and Bluewater, England?

You can take a bus from Bromley North Station to Bluewater via Friswell Place, Bexleyheath Clock Tower, and Bus Station in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shortlands to Bluewater via Petts Wood, Hither Green, and Stone Crossing in around 2h.

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