The cheapest and fastest trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
7 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Blackfriars (BFR) for Greenwich station (GNW) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 7 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.




Live departures
London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y36459 | On time 06:11 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h16 | 06:27 Greenwich station (GNW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36463 | On time 06:41 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h16 | 06:57 Greenwich station (GNW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36466 | On time 07:11 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h16 | 07:27 Greenwich station (GNW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36662+ P16204 | On time 07:14 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h24 | 07:38 Greenwich station (GNW) | 1 change | |
Y36469 | On time 07:41 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h16 | 07:57 Greenwich station (GNW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y36665+ P16203 | On time 07:44 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0h24 | 08:08 Greenwich station (GNW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW)
Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 11:14. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 7m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 04:39 |
Last train 11:14 |
Train companies: Thameslink, Southeastern, Tfl Rail from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) trainsThameslink, Southeastern, Tfl Rail trains will get you between London Blackfriars (BFR) and Greenwich station (GNW) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Greenwich station (GNW) 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 Greenwich station (GNW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Blackfriars (BFR) and Greenwich station (GNW)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms iva lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 This station is not continuously staffed. Please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 via ramp. Step free access to platform 2 via station entrance. Step free interchange via DLR lift to/from DLR subway. For stepped access between platforms go via station subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:40 Saturday 05:30 - 19:40 Sunday 07:30 - 20:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 2 - Turn right after exiting booking hall.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Charlton: Bus stop N on Greenwich High Road Towards New Cross or London Bridge: Bus stop P on Greenwich High Road
