What is the cheapest way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle is to train and subway which takes 27 min and costs £9 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road and arriving at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct ferry from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal Pier and arriving at London Bridge City Pier via Barking Riverside Pier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle station. However, there are services departing from Abbey Wood and arriving at Elephant & Castle station via Moorgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 27 min and costs £9 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road station.

Where do I catch the Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train from?

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Abbey Wood station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle is 12 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

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Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle by train, subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Liverpool Street Stationtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Elephant & Castle stationsubway Northern
27 min
£9–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus N1
47 min
£1–70
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Woolwich Arsenal Pier to Barking Riverside Pierferry Rb1 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Barking Riverside Pier to London Bridge City Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 41m
£33–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castletaxi 11.8 mi
28 min
£110–140
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castlecar 11.8 mi
28 min
£3–5
Bus via Woolwich Station
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Woolwich Stationbus N472 / ...
2. Take the bus from Woolwich Station to London College of Commbus 53 / ...
1h 15m
£3–73

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle by train and subway

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Thamesmead, England and Elephant and Castle, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £1–70 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thamesmead to London Bridge City Pier via Woolwich Arsenal Pier and Barking Riverside Pier in around 1h 41m.

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