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Erith to Shadwell by train

First train

05:42

Last train

22:39

Departure station

Erith

Arrival station

Shadwell

Journey time

From 32m

Distance

10 miles (16 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

London Overground, Southeastern

Travelling from Erith to Shadwell by train

Looking to travel from Erith to Shadwell by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 40 minutes to travel from Erith to Shadwell by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 32 minutes though. You'll usually find 4 trains per day running along the 10 miles (16 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Shadwell, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Southeastern or London Overground to get to Shadwell – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Erith to Shadwell in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Erith to Shadwell? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Erith to Shadwell take?

The average journey time by train between Erith and Shadwell is 40 minutes, with around 4 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Erith and Shadwell by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Erith to Shadwell is 32 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Erith to Shadwell?

No, there are no direct train services from Erith to Shadwell. Travelling from Erith to Shadwell by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Erith to Shadwell leave?

The first train from Erith to Shadwell leaves at 05:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Erith to Shadwell leave?

The last train from Erith to Shadwell leaves at 22:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Erith and Shadwell by train?

Trains travelling from Erith to Shadwell cover a distance of around 10 miles (16 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Erith to Shadwell

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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