What is the cheapest way to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

The cheapest way to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

The fastest way to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £5.

Is there a direct bus between Whitechapel and Sydenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitechapel to Sydenham station. However, there are services departing from St Botolph Street and arriving at Sydenham Station / Kirkdale via Peckham Rye Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Whitechapel and Sydenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitechapel and arriving at Sydenham. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

The distance between Whitechapel and Sydenham is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

How do I travel from Whitechapel to Sydenham without a car?

The best way to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

The train from Whitechapel to Sydenham takes 24 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel to Sydenham bus from?

Whitechapel to Sydenham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from St Botolph Street station.

Where do I catch the Whitechapel to Sydenham train from?

Whitechapel to Sydenham train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Whitechapel station.

Train or bus from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

The best way to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 78 bus and line 197 bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Whitechapel to Sydenham bus arrive?

Whitechapel to Sydenham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Peckham Rye Station.

Where does the Whitechapel to Sydenham train arrive?

Whitechapel to Sydenham train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Sydenham station.

Can I drive from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitechapel to Sydenham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Whitechapel to Sydenham.

How do I get a train ticket from Whitechapel to Sydenham?

Book your Whitechapel to Sydenham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sydenham?

There are 20286+ hotels available in Sydenham.

Whitechapel to Sydenham - 7 ways to travel via train, line 197 bus, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitechapel to Sydenhamtrain Dalston Junction - Crystal Palace / ...
24 min
£4–5
Drive 8.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitechapel to Sydenhamcar 8.3 mi
27 min
£2–3
Train, line 197 bus
1. Take the train from Whitechapel to Peckham Ryetrain Dalston Junction - Clapham Junction / ...
2. Take the bus from Peckham Rye Station to Sydenham Station / Kirkdalebus 197
45 min
£5–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitechapel to Sydenhamtaxi 8.3 mi
27 min
£35–45
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Whitechapel station to Cannon Street stationsubway District / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Sydenhamtrain London Bridge - London Victoria / ...
43 min
£9–17
Train, line 75 bus
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Lewisham DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Newlands Parkbus 75
59 min
£5–6
Line 78 bus, line 197 bus
1. Take the bus from St Botolph Street to Peckham Rye Stationbus 78
2. Take the bus from Peckham Rye Station to Sydenham Station / Kirkdalebus 197
1h 6m
£3–44

Whitechapel to Sydenham by train

11Weekly Trains

24 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitechapel to Sydenham.

Launch map view

Distance: 6.7 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Whitechapel, Greater London, England and Sydenham, Greater London, England?

London Overground operates a train from Whitechapel to Sydenham twice daily. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Botolph Street to Sydenham Station / Kirkdale via Peckham Rye Station in around 1h 6m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.