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London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal by train

First train

06:44

Last train

23:25

Departure station

London Waterloo East

Arrival station

Woolwich Arsenal

Journey time

From 29m

Distance

8 miles (12 km)

Frequency

129 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

Southeastern

Taking the train from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal in 29 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 33 minutes to travel the 8 miles (12 km) from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal by train, although you can get there in as little as 29 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 129 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Southeastern for all or at least part of your journey to Woolwich Arsenal.

Book train tickets from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Woolwich Arsenal by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal

Want to know more about your journey from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Woolwich Arsenal from London Waterloo East?

To travel to Woolwich Arsenal from London Waterloo East, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 33 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 29 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal?

Trains from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal take an average of 33 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 29 minutes. You'll usually find 129 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between London Waterloo East and Woolwich Arsenal by train?

The quickest journey time between London Waterloo East and Woolwich Arsenal by train is 29 minutes.

Are there direct trains from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal?

No, there are no direct trains running from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal, you’ll usually need to make at least 0 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Waterloo East to Woolwich Arsenal is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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