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

The cheapest way to get from Plumstead to Wanstead is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plumstead to Wanstead is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Plumstead and Wanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Plumstead to Wanstead station. However, there are services departing from Heavitree Road and arriving at Wanstead Station via North Woolwich Free Ferry and Beckton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Plumstead and Wanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Plumstead station to Wanstead station. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station and arriving at Wanstead station via Stratford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Plumstead to Wanstead?

The distance between Plumstead and Wanstead is 9 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plumstead to Wanstead without a car is to train and subway which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Plumstead to Wanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Wanstead bus from?

Plumstead to Wanstead bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Heavitree Road station.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Wanstead train from?

Plumstead to Wanstead train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Where does the Plumstead to Wanstead bus arrive?

Plumstead to Wanstead bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at The Woolwich Centre station.

Where does the Plumstead to Wanstead train arrive?

Plumstead to Wanstead train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Stratford DLR Station.

Can I drive from Plumstead to Wanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Plumstead to Wanstead is 12 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Plumstead to Wanstead.

Where can I stay near Wanstead?

There are 20700+ hotels available in Wanstead.

Plumstead to Wanstead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 308 bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the subway from Stratford station to Wanstead stationsubway Central
30 min
£4–13
Drive 12 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plumstead to Wansteadcar 12 mi
23 min
£3–5
Train, line 308 bus
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station to Stratford International DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the bus from Stratford International Station to Wanstead Stationbus 308
1h
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plumstead to Wansteadtaxi 12 mi
23 min
£55–70
Bus, line 474 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Heavitree Road to The Woolwich Centrebus 291
2. Take the bus from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Beckton Bus Stationbus 474
3. Take the bus from Beckton Bus Station to Wanstead Stationbus 101
1h 21m
£4–47

Plumstead to Wanstead by train and subway

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

You can take a bus from Heavitree Road to Wanstead Station via The Woolwich Centre, North Woolwich Free Ferry, and Beckton Bus Station in around 1h 21m.

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