The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
3 m
Average duration
3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Waterloo East (WAE) for London Charing Cross (CHX) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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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€5 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
33m Average total duration Fastest 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:07 AM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0h03 | 11:10 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 PM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0h03 | 8:58 PM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:02 AM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0h03 | 5:05 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 AM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0h03 | 5:28 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0h04 | 8:19 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM London Waterloo East (WAE) | 0h03 | 10:03 AM London Charing Cross (CHX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 17:32. The fastest train covers the 0 miles (1 km) distance in 3m.
Distance 0 miles (1 km) |
Average train duration 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3m |
First train 04:36 |
Last train 17:32 |
Train companies: Southeastern from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between London Waterloo East (WAE) and London Charing Cross (CHX) from $3 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX) 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 Charing Cross (CHX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from London Waterloo East (WAE) to London Charing Cross (CHX)
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform B and C Only available when staff present
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.
- Type of shops available: newspapers
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform B and C Only available when staff present
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus alighting point in Sandell Street.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park and station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
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