cecilia1975 Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Hello, we are moving to the area and I am wondering if there is typically a problem getting on the 8.10am or 8.20am trains to London Bridge? Of course I am expecting standing room only, but are the trains ever so full that is not possible to get on the train at East Dulwich station? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandNewGuy Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 They're fine - pretty much standing room only but not uncomfortably so and if you head for the rear carriages you can find a seat or two. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1141897 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cecilia1975 Posted June 1, 2017 Author Share Posted June 1, 2017 That's a relief (as I had no back-up option) and better that I expected. Thank you BrandNewGuy! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1141901 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsm83 Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Would agree with BNG that the trains are fine most days at the moment - loads of room and seats at the back of the trains.Now that London Bridge has completed works on the platforms, and there's an additional exit option towards the middle of the train, people don't tend to crowd into the front two carriages quite as much as they used to.However, watch hilarity ensue if the train before is cancelled and then a four carriage train turns up :oD Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1141911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 They are actually very good at the moment! Although how long that will last for, I don't know.If you are within walking distance of Peckham Rye or Denmark Hill then you do have some backup options.. Overground is reliable (and air conditioned!), even if it's unlikely to get you to your final destination. Thameslink trains are unreliable and crowded, but the routes are useful. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1141927 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borky Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 they are coolio at the minute to London bridge now that the long term work is panning out. E-Z Cycling still beats the train door to door for an SE22-EC2 run but the train is the hungover option - and cycling is maybe not for the faint hearted Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1141960 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sally Eva Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 The Bike Train is for the fainthearted :) Designed by me for the gentle naturedhttps://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/events/bike-train-to-central-london-and-beyond-6/ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1142030 Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex_b Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Depending on your location in Dulwich and your final destination in London, then the overground at Peckham Rye can be quicker because of the padding of train times into LB in the morning. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1142094 Share on other sites More sharing options...
edhistory Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 Sally Eva Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> The Bike Train is for the fainthearted :) Designed> by me for the gentle natured> > https://southwarkcyclists.org.uk/events/bike-train> -to-central-london-and-beyond-6/148. Safe driving and riding needs concentration ------------------------------------------------ Avoid distractions when driving or riding such as * loud music (this may mask other sounds) * trying to read maps * starting or adjusting any music or radio * arguing with your passengers or other road users * eating and drinking * smoking Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1142107 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bic Basher Posted June 1, 2017 Share Posted June 1, 2017 It may be worth keeping an eye on Southern as from Sunday, ASLEF drivers will no longer work overtime again. When this last happened, trains from East Dulwich were seriously affected, the worst being 1 train per hour in the morning peak. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1142155 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bargee99 Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 I posted a message this afternoon giving National Rail's information about train services tomorrow morning after the dreadful attack last night. For some reason it has been lounged. No idea why. If you need this info please look in the Lounge. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1143025 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Administrator Posted June 4, 2017 Administrator Share Posted June 4, 2017 For the latest rail information please visit http://www.nationalrail.co.uk or http://www.southernrailway.com Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1143035 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bargee99 Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 If you go the National Rail website it will show no disruptions to current services and shows the trains running in the morning. Please make sure that you open the message at the top of the page " no trains calling at London Bridge" and view "more details" to see the actual state of play in the morning. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1143049 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowlander Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 London Bridge station is open tomorrow from 0500 according to Network Rail Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1143076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosey-goosey Posted June 4, 2017 Share Posted June 4, 2017 Lowlander Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> London Bridge station is open tomorrow from 0500> according to Network Rail> > https://twitter.com/NetworkRailLBG/status/87147394> 3902912512Yes, but TfL are currently saying you won't be able to walk over London Bridge tomorrow morning. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1143083 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borky Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 LB is open for walkers and cyclists on both sides now Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/154934-810-and-820-east-dulwich-to-london-bridge-morning-trains/#findComment-1143111 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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