What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Central London is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Central London is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £90 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Central London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Charing Cross and arriving at Goat Wharf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Central London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Brentford. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Central London?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Central London is 11 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Central London without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Central London without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Central London?

The train from London Waterloo Station to Brentford takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Central London bus from?

Waterloo Station to Central London bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Charing Cross station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Central London train from?

Waterloo Station to Central London train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Central London?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Central London is to train which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Central London bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Central London bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Goat Wharf station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Central London train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Central London train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Brentford station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Central London is 10 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Central London.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Central London?

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Where can I stay near Central London?

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Waterloo Station to Central London - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Central London by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Brentfordtrain London Waterloo - Windsor & Eton Riverside / ...
30 min
£4–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Goat Wharfbus N9
1h
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Central Londontaxi 9.6 mi
24 min
£90–120
Drive 9.6 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Central Londoncar 9.6 mi
24 min
£3–4

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Central London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Brentford every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–10 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Charing Cross to Goat Wharf hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 47 min.

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