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Eltham Palace and Gardens
Historic house museum in nearby Eltham with art, interiors and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for design lovers and local cultural context.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bishop's Stortford to Abbey Wood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 43 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Bishop's Stortford to Abbey Wood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 19:09 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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Historic house museum in nearby Eltham with art, interiors and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for design lovers and local cultural context.
Major contemporary art gallery in North Greenwich showing ambitious exhibitions by leading artists in a striking riverside building.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Thamesmead, Abbey Wood and surrounding districts through photographs, objects and community history displays.
Large park around the ruins of Lesnes Abbey, with woodlands, meadows and broad views. A local favourite for walking and quiet heritage.
Wild riverside reserve on the Thames with marshes, birdlife and open paths. Ideal for nature walks close to Abbey Wood station.
Expansive public common with ponds, tracks and seasonal colour. Popular for longer walks and a more local, less crowded green escape.
Pie and mash is a classic South London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long linked to working-class London food culture.
Jellied eels are a traditional East and South London speciality, made by cooking eels in spiced stock that sets into a savoury jelly.
London porter is a dark beer style with roasted malt flavours, historically brewed in London and still strongly associated with the capital.
Friendly Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites, popular for reliable neighbourhood dining.
Casual café and grill near Abbey Wood known locally for hearty breakfasts, kebabs and everyday comfort food in a relaxed setting.
Traditional pub atmosphere with beers, grills and familiar British pub meals, suitable for a relaxed local lunch or dinner.
Moderate for outer London: dining and transport are manageable, but accommodation and central sightseeing costs are higher than in many UK towns.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12% if service was good. Taxis often round up or add 10%. Cafes usually do not require a tip, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bishop's Stortford to Abbey Wood by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bishop's Stortford to Abbey Wood trains use the Bishop's Stortford to Abbey Wood Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bishop's Stortford and Abbey Wood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bishop's Stortford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bishop's Stortford.
Wi-Fi is available at Bishop's Stortford. ATMs are available at Bishop's Stortford.
Ticket office support is available at Bishop's Stortford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bishop's Stortford: Parking, WC.
Available at Bishop's Stortford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bishop's Stortford: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Abbey Wood Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Abbey Wood Station.
Ticket office support is available at Abbey Wood Station. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Parking, WC.
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abbey Wood Station: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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