How to get from Waterloo to Downe by bus and train?

From Waterloo to Downe by bus and train

To get from Waterloo to Downe in London, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Waterloo East station to Grove Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 126 bus and finally take the 146 bus from Bromley North Station (D) station to Downe Church (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is £4.95. The bus and train schedule from Waterloo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Downe on the Moovit app.

74min£4.95
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 126126
Bus - 146146
Leaves from Waterloo East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waterloo East
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Sevenoaks
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Grove Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grove Park Station (B)
    ID B
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Bromley South
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley North Station (D)
    ID D
    10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Downe
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Downe Church (E)
    Ride to bus station
    Downe Church (E)
    ID E
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Waterloo to Downe by bus and train via SOUTHEASTERN, 261 and 146

To get from Waterloo to Downe in London, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Waterloo East station to Grove Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 261 bus and finally take the 146 bus from Bromley Civic Centre (T) station to Downe Church (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is £4.95. The bus and train schedule from Waterloo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Downe on the Moovit app.

74min£4.95
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 261261
Bus - 146146
Leaves from Waterloo East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waterloo East
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Sevenoaks
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Grove Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grove Park Station (B)
    ID B
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    Princess Royal Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Civic Centre (T)
    ID T
    11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Downe
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Downe Church (E)
    Ride to bus station
    Downe Church (E)
    ID E
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Waterloo to Downe

The distance between Waterloo, London and Downe, London is approximately 25.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waterloo to Downe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Waterloo to Downe

To check the bus and train schedule from Waterloo to Downe using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waterloo) and destination (Downe), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Waterloo to Downe by bus and train via SOUTHEASTERN, 261 and 146

To get from Waterloo to Downe in London, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SOUTHEASTERN train from Waterloo East station to Grove Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 261 bus and finally take the 146 bus from Bromley Civic Centre (T) station to Downe Church (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is £4.95. The bus and train schedule from Waterloo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Downe on the Moovit app.

74min£4.95
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTHEASTERN
Bus - 261261
Bus - 146146
Leaves from Waterloo East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waterloo East
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHEASTERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHEASTERN
    Sevenoaks
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Grove Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grove Park Station (B)
    ID B
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    Princess Royal Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bromley Civic Centre (T)
    ID T
    11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Downe
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Downe Church (E)
    Ride to bus station
    Downe Church (E)
    ID E
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to Downe?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 126, Bus line 146.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Waterloo to Downe?

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Train line SOUTHEASTERN, Bus line 261, Bus line 146.

  • Is there a direct train between Waterloo and Downe in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Waterloo to Downe in London?

    The SOUTHEASTERN train line goes from Waterloo East station near Waterloo to Sevenoaks station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Sevenoaks station near Downe in London.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waterloo to Downe in London by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Waterloo and Downe in London by train and bus is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Waterloo to get to Downe in London?

    Get on the SOUTHEASTERN train from the Waterloo East station near Waterloo in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Waterloo and Downe in London?

    Get off the train at the Sevenoaks stop, which is closest to Downe in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Waterloo to Downe?

    The ride from Waterloo to Downe costs £4.95.

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