# Train times from New Cross to London

New Cross connects to 1 London terminal. The fastest route is London Bridge in 5 minutes on a direct train.

- Fastest journey to London: 5 minutes to London Bridge
- Direct service: Yes
- London terminals served: 1 (London Bridge)
- Operator: Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink
- Source: National Rail timetables, 2026
- Data reviewed: 2026-07-28

## New Cross to each London terminal

| London terminal | Journey time | Service | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| London Bridge | 5 min | Direct | Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does the train from New Cross to London take?

The fastest train from New Cross reaches London London Bridge in 5 minutes. New Cross connects to 1 London terminal: London Bridge.

### Which London station should I travel to from New Cross?

London Bridge is the quickest at 5 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to London Bridge.

### Is New Cross a good commuter town for London?

At 5 minutes to London London Bridge, New Cross is an excellent commuter base, with a sub-30-minute journey into central London. Direct trains keep the journey simple.

### Are there direct trains from New Cross to London?

Yes — direct services run to London Bridge.

### What are the nearest stations to New Cross?

The closest alternatives are Lewisham, Peckham Rye, Blackheath. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.

## About this data

Journey times are the fastest typical weekday service, compiled from published
National Rail operator timetables for 2026. They are not live departure times and
exclude engineering works and disruption. Full methodology: https://railreach.co.uk/about/

Source: RailReach - https://railreach.co.uk/stations/new-cross/
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