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National Maritime Museum
Major museum in nearby Greenwich covering British naval history, with ship models, art and galleries in a grand historic setting.
Trains from London to Welling run on average 5 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 23m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Major museum in nearby Greenwich covering British naval history, with ship models, art and galleries in a grand historic setting.
Local history museum in a Georgian mansion, presenting Bexley borough collections, changing exhibitions and stories from the area.
Historic house museum in Danson Park with restored period rooms and exhibitions explaining the estate and its owners.
Large landscaped park close to Welling with a lake, mansion, playgrounds and broad paths for an easy local walk.
Historic riverside estate with formal gardens, walking paths and seasonal displays, popular for relaxed visits near Welling.
Heathland and woodland nature area with ponds and trails, valued for peaceful walks and wildlife on Welling's edge.
A hearty East End pie filled with minced beef and gravy, traditionally sold with mashed potato and liquor in London pie shops.
London’s classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast, long associated with cafés and weekend family meals.
Fresh oysters long linked with London markets and pubs, often eaten simply with lemon as a traditional British seafood treat.
Popular local Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, generous portions and a lively yet relaxed dining room.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable neighbourhood setting.
Established Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and a family-friendly atmosphere suitable for casual meals.
Moderate for Greater London. Accommodation is costly, but local dining and buses are fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10-12.5% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Welling station -> London Victoria, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Welling 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 Welling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Welling trains use the London Waterloo to Welling station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Welling train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Peckham Rye is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Peckham Rye has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Peckham Rye.
Ticket office support is available at Peckham Rye.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Peckham Rye: Parking, WC.
Available at Peckham Rye: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peckham Rye: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Welling has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Welling.
Ticket office support is available at Welling. 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 Welling: Parking, WC.
Available at Welling: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Welling: 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 for services towards London via main entrance off Station Approach Road. Step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via side entrance on Car Park side of station. Step free interchange between platforms via the street approximately 300 metres. Stepped access between platforms available via foot bridge, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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