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

The cheapest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham is to train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elephant & Castle Station station and arriving at Sydenham Station / Kirkdale station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elephant & Castle and arriving at Penge East. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

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

The distance between Elephant & Castle Station and Sydenham is 6 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The train from Elephant & Castle to Penge East takes 16 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Elephant & Castle Station.

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

Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Elephant & Castle station.

Train or bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham?

The best way to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham is to train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 176 bus, which costs £1 - £35 and takes 40 min.

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

Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Sydenham Station / Kirkdale.

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

Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Penge East station.

Can I drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Sydenham?

There are 19658+ hotels available in Sydenham.

Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elephant & Castle to Penge EastLondon Blackfriars - Beckenham Junction / ...
18 min
£3–5
Line 176 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham Station / Kirkdale176
40 min
£1–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham5.9 mi
20 min
£28–35
Drive 5.9 mi
1. Drive from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham5.9 mi
20 min
£2–3
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from London Bridge to SydenhamLondon Bridge - London Victoria / ...
42 min
£8–10
Line 363 bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Crescent Wood RoadN63 / ...
45 min

Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham by foot and train

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Southeastern operates a train from Elephant & Castle to Penge East twice daily. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Sydenham Station / Kirkdale every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–35 and the journey takes 40 min.

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