- Must visit
Hall Place and Gardens
Historic house museum with Tudor and later interiors, set in gardens and regularly open for exhibitions and heritage visits.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Erith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Erith will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 9 trains from London to Erith, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.
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Trains from London to Erith run on average 9 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 34m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Erith.
The table below shows live departures for London to Erith trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P87404 | 0:01 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h34 | 0:35 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
P87380 | 5:09 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h35 | 5:44 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
P87384 | 5:39 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h35 | 6:14 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
P88295 | 8:00 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h38 | 8:38 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
P88846 | 8:06 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h36 | 8:42 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10097+ P87711 | 8:18 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h43 | 9:01 Erith station (ERH) | 1 change | |
P88862 | 8:28 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h34 | 9:02 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
P88848 | 8:37 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h35 | 9:12 Erith station (ERH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10033+ P87712 | 8:48 London Bridge (LBG) | 0h43 | 9:31 Erith station (ERH) | 1 change | |
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Historic house museum with Tudor and later interiors, set in gardens and regularly open for exhibitions and heritage visits.
Local museum in Hall Place covering Bexley’s past through archaeology, domestic life and changing communities.
Major contemporary art gallery in Thamesmead’s former library building, showing changing exhibitions and community projects.
Waterside park on the Thames with paths, seating and views of the river, ideal for a short stroll near central Erith.
Open heathland and woodland on higher ground, offering quieter walking routes and broad views across parts of south-east London.
Large riverside reserve on Erith Marshes with grazing land, Thames paths and notable birdwatching opportunities.
Fresh native oysters from the Thames estuary, long linked with nearby Kent and south-east London. A classic local seafood tradition best tried simply dressed.
A jellied eel dish rooted in East End and lower Thames food culture. Eels are cooked in spiced stock that sets into a savoury jelly when cooled.
Hot smoked eels are a long-standing Thames-side speciality, especially around east London and Kent. Rich, oily fish with a distinctive smoky flavour.
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant known for kebabs, charcoal-cooked meats and a lively, casual dining room.
Well-known local Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites in a relaxed setting.
Casual Turkish and Mediterranean spot for grilled meats, wraps and meze. Good for an easy, informal meal in town.
Moderate for Greater London. Budget meals and coffee are manageable, but accommodation and rail fares are higher than in many UK towns.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Erith station -> London Bridge, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Erith 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 Erith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Erith trains use the London Bridge to Erith station pair, with some services arriving at Rainham (Essex). Use this guide to compare London and Erith train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Bridge is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Bridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Bridge.
Wi-Fi is available at London Bridge. ATMs are available at London Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at London Bridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Bridge: Parking, WC.
Available at London Bridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All platforms can be accessed by lift, Accessible taxis: Taxis with ramps. There is usually one available on the rank, but if not one can be ordered through taxi drivers or by phoning Computer Cabs and specifying a taxi equipped to take wheelchairs. Tel 020 7432 1404, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 04:00 - 00:45 Sunday 06:00 - 00:45, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
West Ham is 9 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
West Ham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at West Ham.
Wi-Fi is available at West Ham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at West Ham: Parking.
Available at West Ham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at West Ham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access via lifts to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Rainham (Essex) is 3 km from Erith city centre. Public transport options include:
Rainham (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Rainham (Essex).
Ticket office support is available at Rainham (Essex). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rainham (Essex): Parking, WC.
Available at Rainham (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rainham (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: If travelling towards London, please use the level crossing. You will need to show a valid ticket for travel, in order for the gate to be opened onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Erith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Erith.
Ticket office support is available at Erith. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Erith: Parking.
Available at Erith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Erith: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. 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 2 for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1.Step access only to platform 1 for services to London via footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms. However 'circular' services do run from London Cannon Street , then back to London Cannon Street , from Platform 2 via Barnehurst, please check National Rail Enquiries for this journey availability and times, 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: station forecourt, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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