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The cheapest and fastest trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR)
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
12 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) for London Blackfriars (BFR) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
06:130h38
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)06:51London Blackfriars (BFR)
£81One-way
0 changes
05:340h30
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)06:04London Blackfriars (BFR)
£81One-way
0 changes
07:040h30
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)07:34London Blackfriars (BFR)
£81One-way
0 changes
07:040h30
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)07:34London Blackfriars (BFR)
£81One-way
0 changes
05:340h30
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)06:04London Blackfriars (BFR)
£81One-way
0 changes
06:130h38
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA)06:51London Blackfriars (BFR)
£81One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y36457 | On time 06:04 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 0h29 | 06:33 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y36461 | On time 06:34 Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) | 0h30 | 07:04 London Blackfriars (BFR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 09:04. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 22m.
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 12 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 09:04 |
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: Thameslink, Southeastern from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) trainsThameslink, Southeastern trains will get you between Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and London Blackfriars (BFR) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29m
Cheapest Price
£8
Thameslink frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
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 Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
£8
Southeastern frequency
2 a day
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
FAQs: Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) 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 Blackfriars (BFR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cheapest way to get from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is by train, costing approximately £8.
The train journey from Woolwich Arsenal to London Blackfriars offers a mix of urban and riverside views. As the train crosses the River Thames, passengers can enjoy sights of the water and the surrounding docklands, providing a unique perspective of London's southeastern areas.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Woolwich Arsenal to London Blackfriars. The journey takes 22m with a distance of 12 km. Trains run 3 times per day, making it feasible for a day trip.
The train distance from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) is 12 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The last train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) departs at 9:04.
Booking trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and London Blackfriars (BFR). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Thameslink.
The first train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) leaves at 4:20.
Trains from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR) run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
Yes, you can take the train from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
There is no night train service from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR).
To get from Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) to London Blackfriars (BFR), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Woolwich Arsenal (WWA) and London Blackfriars (BFR)
London
London
The major train station for departures in London is Woolwich Arsenal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Woolwich Arsenal for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 06:40 - 21:10 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: dry cleaner
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Woolwich Arsenal
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of the station
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:05 Saturday 06:10 - 20:05 Sunday 06:40 - 21:10 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: dry cleaner
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to both platforms via lifts from the DLR station. Stepped access to both platforms via booking hall and station overbridge. Step free access from Car Park to Platform 1 via side gate with call device.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis (Black cabs) are available from the taxi rank.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room On Platform 1 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Woolwich Arsenal
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside of the station
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Blackfriars. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Blackfriars for your journey to London from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:15 - 20:30 Saturday 07:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: North Bank Booking Hall
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance Northbank side.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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