What is the cheapest way to get from Carshalton to Plumstead?

The cheapest way to get from Carshalton to Plumstead is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carshalton to Plumstead?

The fastest way to get from Carshalton to Plumstead is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carshalton and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Carshalton station to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Carshalton Station and arriving at Plumstead Bus Garage via Crystal Palace Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Carshalton and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Carshalton to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Carshalton and arriving at Plumstead via London Blackfriars. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Carshalton to Plumstead?

The distance between Carshalton and Plumstead is 21 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carshalton to Plumstead without a car?

The best way to get from Carshalton to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £8 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Carshalton to Plumstead?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Carshalton to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carshalton to Plumstead bus from?

Carshalton to Plumstead bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Carshalton Station.

Where do I catch the Carshalton to Plumstead train from?

Carshalton to Plumstead train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Carshalton station.

Train or bus from Carshalton to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Carshalton to Plumstead is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can line 157 bus and line 122 bus, which costs £4 - £50 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Carshalton to Plumstead bus arrive?

Carshalton to Plumstead bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Crystal Palace Parade station.

Where does the Carshalton to Plumstead train arrive?

Carshalton to Plumstead train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Carshalton to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Carshalton to Plumstead is 17 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Carshalton to Plumstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Carshalton to Plumstead?

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Where can I stay near Plumstead?

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Carshalton to Plumstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Carshalton to Plumstead by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carshalton to London BlackfriarsSutton
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to PlumsteadLuton - Rainham / ...
1h 25m
£9–20
Drive 16.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carshalton to Plumstead16.5 mi
38 min
£5–6
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Carshalton to Elephant & CastleSutton
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 30m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carshalton to Plumstead16.5 mi
38 min
£40–50
Line 157 bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Carshalton Station to Crystal Palace Parade157
2. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Parade to Plumstead Bus Garage122
2h 15m
£5–49

Carshalton to Plumstead by train

243Weekly Trains

1h 25mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Carshalton, England and Plumstead, Greater London, England?

You can take a train from Carshalton to Plumstead via London Blackfriars in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carshalton Station to Plumstead Bus Garage via Crystal Palace Parade in around 2h 15m.

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