What is the cheapest way to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham?

The cheapest way to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham is to line 135 bus which costs £2 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham?

The fastest way to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Whitechapel Underground Station and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Road and arriving at Island Gardens. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Whitechapel Underground Station and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitechapel and arriving at New Cross ELL. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham?

The distance between Whitechapel Underground Station and Lewisham is 3 miles. The road distance is 6.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham?

The train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELL takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham bus from?

Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from New Road station.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham train from?

Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Whitechapel station.

Train or bus from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 135 bus, which costs £2 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham bus arrive?

Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Island Gardens station.

Where does the Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham train arrive?

Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at New Cross ELL station.

Can I drive from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham.

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Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELLtrain Dalston Junction - New Cross ELL
13 min
£2–8
Line 135 bus
1. Take the bus from New Road to Island Gardensbus 135 / ...
41 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewishamtaxi 6.5 mi
18 min
£60–80
Drive 6.5 mi
1. Drive from Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewishamcar 6.5 mi
18 min
£2–3
Train via Lewisham DLR Station
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Lewisham DLR Stationtrain Dlr
38 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital to Deptford Bridgebus X
42 min

Whitechapel Underground Station to Lewisham by train

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Distance: 3.3 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Whitechapel Underground Station, England and Lewisham, England?

London Overground operates a train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELL every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–8 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from New Road to Island Gardens every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 31 min.

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