What is the cheapest way to get from Brixton to Woolwich?

The cheapest way to get from Brixton to Woolwich is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brixton to Woolwich?

The fastest way to get from Brixton to Woolwich is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Brixton and Woolwich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Cross Bus Garage and arriving at Erwood Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Brixton and Woolwich?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Vauxhall St George Wharf Pier and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Brixton and Woolwich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Denmark Hill and arriving at Eltham. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Brixton to Woolwich?

The distance between Brixton and Woolwich is 6 miles. The road distance is 8.2 miles.

How do I travel from Brixton to Woolwich without a car?

The best way to get from Brixton to Woolwich without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Brixton to Woolwich?

The train from Denmark Hill to Eltham takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Woolwich bus from?

Brixton to Woolwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from New Cross Bus Garage station.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Woolwich train from?

Brixton to Woolwich train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Denmark Hill station.

Train or bus from Brixton to Woolwich?

The best way to get from Brixton to Woolwich is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus, which costs £3 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Brixton to Woolwich bus arrive?

Brixton to Woolwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Erwood Road station.

Where does the Brixton to Woolwich train arrive?

Brixton to Woolwich train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Eltham station.

Can I drive from Brixton to Woolwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Brixton to Woolwich is 8 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Brixton to Woolwich.

How do I get a train ticket from Brixton to Woolwich?

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Where can I stay near Woolwich?

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Brixton to Woolwich - 6 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, ferry, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Brixton to Woolwich by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Denmark Hill to Elthamtrain London Victoria - Gravesend / ...
22 min
£5–6
Drive 8.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brixton to Woolwichcar 8.1 mi
22 min
£2–3
Line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from New Cross Bus Garage to Erwood Roadbus 53 / ...
26 min
£3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Vauxhall St George Wharf Pier to Woolwich Arsenal Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brixton to Woolwichtaxi 8.1 mi
22 min
£22–27
Bus, line 178 bus
1. Take the bus from Loughborough Junction Station to Lewisham Stationbus P4
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Gunner Lanebus 178
1h 32m
£3–77

Brixton to Woolwich by train

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Brixton, England and Woolwich, England?

Southeastern operates a train from Denmark Hill to Eltham every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from New Cross Bus Garage to Erwood Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 26 min.

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