What is the cheapest way to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

The cheapest way to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham is to line 135 bus which costs £2 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

The fastest way to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Aldgate East and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aldgate East and arriving at Island Gardens. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Aldgate East and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Tower Pier and arriving at Greenland Surrey Quays Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Aldgate East and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shadwell DLR Station station and arriving at Lewisham DLR Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

The distance between Aldgate East and Lewisham is 6 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

How do I travel from Aldgate East to Lewisham without a car?

The best way to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham without a car is to subway and train which takes 29 min and costs £3 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aldgate East to Lewisham bus from?

Aldgate East to Lewisham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Aldgate East station.

Where do I catch the Aldgate East to Lewisham train from?

Aldgate East to Lewisham train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Shadwell DLR Station.

Train or bus from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham is to line 135 bus which takes 35 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Aldgate East to Lewisham bus arrive?

Aldgate East to Lewisham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Island Gardens station.

Where does the Aldgate East to Lewisham train arrive?

Aldgate East to Lewisham train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Lewisham DLR Station.

Can I drive from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Aldgate East to Lewisham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Aldgate East to Lewisham.

How do I get a train ticket from Aldgate East to Lewisham?

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Aldgate East to Lewisham - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from Aldgate East to Lewisham by subway, train, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Aldgate East station to Cannon Street stationsubway District / ...
2. Take the train from London Cannon Street to Lewishamtrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
29 min
£3–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camomile Street to Molesworth Streetbus 21
55 min
£1–40
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Tower Pier to Greenland Surrey Quays Pierferry Rb6 / ...
30 min
Line 135 bus
1. Take the bus from Aldgate East to Island Gardensbus 135 / ...
35 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aldgate East to Lewishamtaxi 6 mi
16 min
£60–75
Drive 6 mi
1. Drive from Aldgate East to Lewishamcar 6 mi
16 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Lewisham DLR Stationtrain Dlr
40 min
£2–3

Aldgate East to Lewisham by subway and train

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Aldgate East, England and Lewisham, England?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Tower Pier to Greenland Surrey Quays Pier every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Aldgate East to Island Gardens every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 35 min.

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