London Waterloo East to Cowden (Kent) by train
| First train | 05:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:53 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo East | |
| Arrival station | Cowden (Kent) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 0m | |
| Distance | 26 miles (42 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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How to travel from London Waterloo East to Cowden (Kent) by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London Waterloo East to Cowden (Kent)? Look no further.
You'll usually find 10 trains per day running between London Waterloo East and Cowden (Kent), which usually take 1 hour 1 minute to complete the 26 miles (42 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Cowden (Kent) by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Southeastern and Southern trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from London Waterloo East to Cowden (Kent) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Cowden (Kent)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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