What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

The fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant & Castle Station and Plumstead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and arriving at Heavitree Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Elephant & Castle Station and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant & Castle Station station to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle station and arriving at Plumstead via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

The distance between Elephant & Castle Station and Plumstead is 9 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead bus from?

Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead train from?

Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Bridge station.

Train or bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead is to train which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead bus arrive?

Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Heavitree Road station.

Where does the Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead train arrive?

Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Plumstead station.

Can I drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead is 9 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead?

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Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Bridge to PlumsteadLondon Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
35 min
£7–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rodney Place to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 2m
£1–55
Line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 1m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead8.9 mi
21 min
£40–50
Drive 8.9 mi
1. Drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead8.9 mi
21 min
£3–4

Elephant & Castle Station to Plumstead by foot and bus

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Elephant & Castle Station, Greater London, England and Plumstead, Greater London, England?

Southeastern operates a train from London Bridge to Plumstead every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 24 min. Thameslink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 57 min.

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