Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train with Tube

Thu 17 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£5

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

18 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

18 m

Trains on 17 Sept

7

Distance

9 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 7 trains from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX), including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Southeastern
    16:410h28
    Lewisham (LEW)
    17:09London Charing Cross (CHX)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    8:000h19
    Lewisham (LEW)
    8:19London Charing Cross (CHX)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    6:250h18
    Lewisham (LEW)
    6:43London Charing Cross (CHX)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    14:000h19
    Lewisham (LEW)
    14:19London Charing Cross (CHX)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Southeastern
    5:250h18
    Lewisham (LEW)
    5:43London Charing Cross (CHX)
    £51One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £13.

Distance: 9 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£13

Average Price

£34

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

48m

Average total duration

Fastest

18m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 38m

Average total duration

1h 8m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

42m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is a train with an average price of £5.

This is compared to other travel options from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX):

A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) costing on average £13.

The fastest way to travel from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is by train with an average journey time of 18m.

Other travel options to London Charing Cross (CHX) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lewisham (LEW) and London Charing Cross (CHX) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 24m faster (18m by train vs 42m by car) and roughly £29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£5 vs £34). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Southeastern.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train times

The table below shows live departures for Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SoutheasternP87410
On time
6:00 Lewisham (LEW)
0h20
6:20 London Charing Cross (CHX)		0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP86911
On time
6:06 Lewisham (LEW)
0h18
6:24 London Charing Cross (CHX)		0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP87897
On time
6:10 Lewisham (LEW)
0h18
6:28 London Charing Cross (CHX)		0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP86811
On time
6:25 Lewisham (LEW)
0h18
6:43 London Charing Cross (CHX)		0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP87413
On time
6:30 Lewisham (LEW)
0h21
6:51 London Charing Cross (CHX)		0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP869346:36 Lewisham (LEW)
0h18
6:54 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP874258:00 Lewisham (LEW)
0h19
8:19 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP870098:06 Lewisham (LEW)
0h19
8:25 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP879628:10 Lewisham (LEW)
0h18
8:28 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP882688:20 Lewisham (LEW)
0h20
8:40 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP868208:25 Lewisham (LEW)
0h19
8:44 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect
SoutheasternP874318:30 Lewisham (LEW)
0h22
8:52 London Charing Cross (CHX)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trains with Omio?

Southeastern as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).

Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southeastern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX)

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Trains from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 12:06. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 11m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
9 km
Average train duration
18m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
11m
First train
5:06
Last train
12:06
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Southeastern from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Lewisham (LEW) and London Charing Cross (CHX) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southeastern

About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southeastern Duration
13m
Cheapest Southeastern Price
£3
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Family area
Learn more about Southeastern

FAQs: Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 London Charing Cross (CHX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) covers a distance of 9 km and takes approximately 11m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is 9 km.
The first train from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) departs at 12:06.
Trains from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).
Yes, there is a direct train between Lewisham (LEW) and London Charing Cross (CHX). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Southeastern.
To get from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).
The cheapest way to get from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lewisham to London Charing Cross is primarily urban, passing through residential and commercial areas with views of the River Thames and the iconic skyline of central London as you approach Charing Cross.
Yes, a day trip from Lewisham to London Charing Cross is feasible. The journey takes 11m with a distance of 9 km. Trains run frequently with 7 trips per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Lewisham (LEW) to London Charing Cross (CHX).

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