# Train times from New Eltham to London

New Eltham connects to 1 London terminal. The fastest route is London Bridge in 18 minutes on a direct train.

- Fastest journey to London: 18 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 Eltham to each London terminal

| London terminal | Journey time | Service | Operator |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| London Bridge | 18 min | Direct | Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |

## Frequently asked questions

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

The fastest train from New Eltham reaches London London Bridge in 18 minutes. New Eltham connects to 1 London terminal: London Bridge.

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

London Bridge is the quickest at 18 minutes, on a direct service. Direct trains run to London Bridge.

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

At 18 minutes to London London Bridge, New Eltham 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 Eltham to London?

Yes — direct services run to London Bridge.

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

The closest alternatives are Eltham, Grove Park, Kidbrooke. 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-eltham/
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