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

The cheapest way to get from Shortlands to Bluewater is to bus and line 492 bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 53m.

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 £40 - £50.

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 39m.

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 Greenhithe for Bluewater via Nunhead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Shortlands to Bluewater?

The distance between Shortlands and Bluewater is 18 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 269 bus and line 96 bus which takes 1h 39m and costs £2 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m 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 Thameslink, 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 39m and costs £2 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 1h 49m.

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 Thameslink, arrive at Nunhead 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?

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Shortlands to Bluewater - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 269 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 269 bus, line 96 bus
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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 39m
£3–57
Train
1. Take the train from Shortlands to Nunheadtrain Sevenoaks - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Nunhead to Greenhithe for Bluewatertrain London Victoria - Gravesend / ...
1h 49m
£11–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortlands to Bluewatertaxi 16.5 mi
23 min
£40–50
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Shortlands to Bluewatercar 16.5 mi
23 min
£5–6
Bus, line 492 bus
1. Take the bus from Bromley North Station to Sidcup Station / Station Roadbus Sl3
2. Take the bus from Hatherley Crescent / Sidcup Station to Bus Stationbus 492
1h 53m
£3–5

Shortlands to Bluewater by bus and foot

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shortlands to Bluewater via Nunhead and Greenhithe for Bluewater in around 1h 49m.

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