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Greenwich to London by train
It takes an average of 20m to travel from Greenwich to London by train, over a distance of around 5 miles (9 km). There are normally 253 trains per day traveling from Greenwich to London and tickets for this journey start from $5.66 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:33 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:12 am | |
| Departure station | Greenwich | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 8m | |
| Distance | 5 miles (9 km) | |
| Frequency | 253 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $5.66 | |
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Traveling from Greenwich to London by train
Looking to travel from Greenwich to London by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 20 minutes to travel from Greenwich to London by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 minutes though. You'll usually find 253 trains per day running along the 9 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to London.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Greenwich to London start from $5.66 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Greenwich to London
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Greenwich to London is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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