What is the cheapest way to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Shortlands Station and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Den Close and arriving at Kennington Road / Imperial War Museum. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Shortlands Station and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shortlands and arriving at Elephant & Castle. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Shortlands Station and Elephant and Castle is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.5 miles.

How do I travel from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

The train from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Den Close station.

Where do I catch the Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle train from?

Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Shortlands station.

Train or bus from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 58 min.

Where does the Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Kennington Road / Imperial War Museum station.

Where does the Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Elephant & Castle station.

Can I drive from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle is 9 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 20291+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shortlands to Elephant & CastleSevenoaks - London Blackfriars / ...
28 min
£4–11
Drive 9.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle9.4 mi
22 min
£3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Den Close to Kennington Road / Imperial War MuseumN3
58 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle9.4 mi
22 min
£40–55

Shortlands Station to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Thameslink operates a train from Shortlands to Elephant & Castle every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 28 min. Southeastern also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Abellio London operates a bus from Den Close to Kennington Road / Imperial War Museum hourly, and the journey takes 43 min.

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