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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Banks
Take a train from London to Banks and enjoy the approximately 190 miles (307 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 20:11.
Distance 190 miles (307 km) |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 8:11 PM |
Best time to book 35 days |
FAQs: Trains from London to Banks
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Banks 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 Banks, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Banks
Most London to Banks trains use the Woolwich Dockyard to Meols Cop station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Banks train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which London station do trains to Banks leave from?
Getting to Custom House Station from London city centre
Custom House Station is 10 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Custom House Station train station facilities and services
Custom House Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Tapa Tapa, Zero Sette Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Custom House Station. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Custom House Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Custom House Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Custom House Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Aloft London Excel, Novotel London Excel, ibis London Excel Docklands.
Getting to Woolwich Dockyard from London city centre
Woolwich Dockyard is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolwich Dockyard train station facilities and services
Woolwich Dockyard has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolwich Dockyard.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolwich Dockyard. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolwich Dockyard: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolwich Dockyard: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolwich Dockyard: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. 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 platform for services away from London. There is no step free access to Platform 1.Step only access to platform 1 for services towards London. Only step access between platforms via station footbridge. No step free interchange between platforms, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolwich from London city centre
Woolwich is 13 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolwich train station facilities and services
Woolwich has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Woolwich.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolwich: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolwich.
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