The average train between Big Ben and Shadwell DLR takes 17 min and the fastest train takes 15 min. The train runs at least 14 times per hour from Big Ben to Shadwell DLR. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 5 minutes between Big Ben and Shadwell DLR. The earliest departure is at 7:57 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Big Ben is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Shadwell DLR at 10:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Westminster station and take an average of 17 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Big Ben to Shadwell DLR. However, there are services departing from Big Ben station and arriving at Shadwell DLR station via Cannon Street station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17 min.
Big Ben to Shadwell DLR train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Westminster station.
Big Ben to Shadwell DLR train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Shadwell DLR Station.
The distance between Big Ben and Shadwell DLR is 4.9 km. The road distance is 5 km.
London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Westminster station to Whitechapel station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3–11 and the journey takes 15 min.