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

The cheapest way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle is to train and subway which takes 26 min and costs £9 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road and arriving at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle station. However, there are services departing from Abbey Wood and arriving at Elephant & Castle station via Moorgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Thamesmead and Elephant and Castle is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train and subway which takes 26 min and costs £9 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 26 min to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

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

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road station.

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

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Abbey Wood station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Liverpool Street Station.

Can I drive from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle is 12 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 20207+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Liverpool Street StationElizabeth
2. Take the subway from Moorgate station to Elephant & Castle stationNorthern
26 min
£9–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent RoadN1
47 min
£1–70
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle11.8 mi
26 min
£50–65
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle11.8 mi
26 min
£3–5
Line 177 bus, line 136 bus
1. Take the bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Queens Road Peckham Station177
2. Take the bus from Queens Road Peckham Station to Elephant & Castle Station136
1h 41m
£6

Thamesmead to Elephant and Castle by bus

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Thamesmead / Carlyle Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road hourly. Tickets cost £1–70 and the journey takes 47 min.

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