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

The cheapest way to get from Wapping to Plumstead is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wapping to Plumstead is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wapping and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Wapping to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Southwark Park and arriving at Heavitree Road via Deptford Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Wapping and Plumstead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shadwell DLR Station station and arriving at Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Wapping to Plumstead?

The distance between Wapping and Plumstead is 6 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wapping to Plumstead without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The train from Shadwell DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Plumstead bus from?

Wapping to Plumstead bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Southwark Park station.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Plumstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Wapping to Plumstead?

The best way to get from Wapping to Plumstead is to train which takes 24 min and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can line 47 bus and line 53 bus, which costs £6 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Wapping to Plumstead bus arrive?

Wapping to Plumstead bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Deptford Bridge station.

Where does the Wapping to Plumstead train arrive?

Wapping to Plumstead train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Can I drive from Wapping to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Wapping to Plumstead is 9 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Wapping to Plumstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Wapping to Plumstead?

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Where can I stay near Plumstead?

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Wapping to Plumstead - 5 ways to travel via train, line 53 bus, taxi, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR StationDlr
24 min
£2–4
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Wapping to New Cross ELLDalston Junction - New Cross ELL
2. Take the bus from New Cross Station to Heavitree Road53 / ...
47 min
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wapping to Plumstead8.7 mi
19 min
£35–50
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from Wapping to Plumstead8.7 mi
19 min
£3–4
Line 47 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Southwark Park to Deptford Bridge47
2. Take the bus from Deptford Bridge to Heavitree Road53 / ...
58 min
£6

Wapping to Plumstead by train

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Shadwell DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southwark Park to Heavitree Road via Deptford Bridge in around 58 min.

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