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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
3 m
Average duration
3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave London Charing Cross (CHX) for London Waterloo East (WAE) on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 1 km distance in an average of 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
05:13PM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)05:16PMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$31One-way
0 transfers
03:04PM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)03:07PMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$41One-way
0 transfers
07:18PM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)07:21PMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$41One-way
0 transfers
05:06AM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)05:09AMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$61One-way
0 transfers
05:06AM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)05:09AMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$61One-way
0 transfers
07:18PM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)07:21PMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$41One-way
0 transfers
05:13PM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)05:16PMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$31One-way
0 transfers
03:04PM0h03
London Charing Cross (CHX)03:07PMLondon Waterloo East (WAE)
$41One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 0 miles (1 km)
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€4 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
33m Average total duration Fastest 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:06 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:20 PM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0h03 | 4:23 PM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0h03 | 4:48 PM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:15 PM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0h03 | 6:18 PM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 5:06 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0h03 | 5:09 AM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance 0 miles (1 km) |
Average train duration 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 18:15 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) start from as low as $4 (€3) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $5 (€4) depending on the train type and class.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Train companies: Southeastern from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Charing Cross (CHX) and London Waterloo East (WAE) from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
3m
Cheapest Price
$3 (€3)
Southeastern frequency
6 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: Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) 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 Waterloo East (WAE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from London Charing Cross to London Waterloo East is feasible as the journey takes just 3m with a distance of 0 miles (1 km). There are 6 trips per day by train.
There is no high speed train available from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Train ticket prices from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $4 (€3), while the average price is around $5 (€4).
The train journey from London Charing Cross to London Waterloo East is not particularly scenic as it primarily travels through urban areas, focusing more on the convenience of travel between central London stations rather than offering picturesque views.
The cheapest way to get from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The distance by train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) is 0 miles (1 km).
The first train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) leaves at 5:06 AM.
The train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) takes 3m and runs 6 per day.
The last train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE) leaves at 6:15 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Yes, you can take the train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE).
Yes, there is a direct train from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Southeastern, Southeastern.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Charing Cross (CHX) to London Waterloo East (WAE)
London
London
The major train station for departures in London is London Charing Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Charing Cross for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers.
- Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse. Radar key for accessible toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Charing Cross
- Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers.
- Accessible public telephones: On the central passage in the main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located outside the front of the station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On the concourse in front of the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Located on the central passage in the main concourse. Radar key for accessible toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Charing Cross
- Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Waterloo East. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo East for your journey to London from London.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform B and C Only available when staff present
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 transit options for London Waterloo East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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 Waterloo East is only through use of lift at Waterloo Main. Ramps access to the platforms is steep. There is no ticket office. Full ticket office facilities available in Waterloo Main station. There is an entrance from Southwark underground station but this involves either steps or an escalator. There is also a step only access available from the Sandall Street entrance onto the overbridge connection between Waterloo East and Waterloo main stations. Taxis and direct road access only available from Waterloo main station which is connected via ramps and an overbridge to Waterloo East station.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Black Cabs are available from the taxi rank adjacent to the Cab Road exit from Waterloo Main station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: On overbridge from Waterloo Main station
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform B and C - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform B and C Only available when staff present
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 transit options for London Waterloo East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.
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