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

The cheapest way to get from Whitechapel to Lewisham is to bus which costs £2 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitechapel to Lewisham is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £3.

Is there a direct bus between Whitechapel and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Road and arriving at Island Gardens. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Whitechapel and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitechapel and arriving at New Cross ELL. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Whitechapel to Lewisham?

The distance between Whitechapel and Lewisham is 3 miles. The road distance is 6.4 miles.

How do I travel from Whitechapel to Lewisham without a car?

The best way to get from Whitechapel to Lewisham without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £3.

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

The train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELL takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel to Lewisham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Whitechapel to Lewisham train from?

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

Train or bus from Whitechapel to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Whitechapel to Lewisham is to train which takes 13 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Whitechapel to Lewisham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Whitechapel to Lewisham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitechapel to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitechapel to Lewisham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Whitechapel to Lewisham.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitechapel to Lewisham?

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Whitechapel to Lewisham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitechapel to Lewisham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELLtrain Dalston Junction - New Cross ELL
13 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Road to Island Gardensbus 135 / ...
29 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitechapel to Lewishamtaxi 6.3 mi
17 min
£60–75
Drive 6.3 mi
1. Drive from Whitechapel to Lewishamcar 6.3 mi
17 min
£2–3

Whitechapel to Lewisham by train

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Distance: 3.3 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Whitechapel, Greater London, England and Lewisham, England?

London Overground operates a train from Whitechapel to New Cross ELL every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 13 min. Dockland Light Railway (DLR) also services this route every 10 minutes. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from New Road to Island Gardens every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 29 min. Replacement Bus Service also services this route twice daily.

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