What is the cheapest way to get from Wapping to Gravesend?

The cheapest way to get from Wapping to Gravesend is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wapping to Gravesend?

The fastest way to get from Wapping to Gravesend is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wapping and Gravesend?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Tower Of London and arriving at Petrol Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wapping and Gravesend?

No, there is no direct train from Wapping station to Gravesend. However, there are services departing from Shadwell DLR Station and arriving at Gravesend via Canning Town DLR Station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Wapping to Gravesend?

The distance between Wapping and Gravesend is 24 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

How do I travel from Wapping to Gravesend without a car?

The best way to get from Wapping to Gravesend without a car is to train via Stratford International DLR Station which takes 1h 6m and costs £17 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Wapping to Gravesend?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Wapping to Gravesend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Gravesend bus from?

Wapping to Gravesend bus services, operated by Redwing Coaches, depart from The Tower Of London station.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Gravesend train from?

Wapping to Gravesend train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Shadwell DLR Station.

Train or bus from Wapping to Gravesend?

The best way to get from Wapping to Gravesend is to train via Stratford International DLR Station which takes 1h 6m and costs £17 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 736 bus, which costs and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Wapping to Gravesend bus arrive?

Wapping to Gravesend bus services, operated by Redwing Coaches, arrive at Petrol Station.

Where does the Wapping to Gravesend train arrive?

Wapping to Gravesend train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Canning Town DLR Station.

Can I drive from Wapping to Gravesend?

Yes, the driving distance between Wapping to Gravesend is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Wapping to Gravesend.

Where can I stay near Gravesend?

There are 2199+ hotels available in Gravesend.

Wapping to Gravesend - 7 ways to travel via train, line 736 bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Wapping to Gravesend by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train via Stratford International DLR Station
best
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Canning Town DLR StationDlr
2. Take the train from Canning Town DLR Station to Stratford International DLR StationDlr
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Gravesend
1h 6m
£18–29
Drive 23.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wapping to Gravesend23.5 mi
35 min
£6–9
Line 736 bus
1. Take the bus from The Tower Of London to Petrol Station736
1h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wapping to Gravesend23.5 mi
35 min
£95–120
Line 339 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shadwell DLR to Stratford International Station339
2. Take the train from Stratford International to GravesendSt Pancras International - Faversham / ...
1h 27m
£18–28
Train
1. Take the train from Wapping to Peckham RyeDalston Junction - Battersea Park / ...
2. Take the train from Peckham Rye to GravesendLondon Victoria - Gravesend
1h 30m
£11–19
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Clegg Street to King Edward Street / St Pauls Station100
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to GravesendLuton - Rainham / ...
2h 3m
£13–42

Wapping to Gravesend by train

201Weekly Trains

1h 6mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.3 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Wapping, Greater London, England and Gravesend, England?

You can take a train from Shadwell DLR Station to Gravesend via Canning Town DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, and Stratford International in around 1h 6m. Alternatively, Redwing Coaches operates a bus from The Tower Of London to Petrol Station 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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