What is the cheapest way to get from Beckton to King's College London?

The cheapest way to get from Beckton to King's College London is to bus which costs £2 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Beckton to King's College London?

The fastest way to get from Beckton to King's College London is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Beckton and King's College London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsford Way and arriving at Aldwych / Australia House. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Beckton and King's College London?

No, there is no direct train from Beckton station to King's College London station. However, there are services departing from Beckton DLR Station and arriving at Temple station via Tower Hill station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Beckton to King's College London?

The distance between Beckton and King's College London is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

How do I travel from Beckton to King's College London without a car?

The best way to get from Beckton to King's College London without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £3 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Beckton to King's College London?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Beckton to King's College London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beckton to King's College London bus from?

Beckton to King's College London bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Kingsford Way station.

Where do I catch the Beckton to King's College London train from?

Beckton to King's College London train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Beckton DLR Station.

Train or bus from Beckton to King's College London?

The best way to get from Beckton to King's College London is to train which takes 40 min and costs £3 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Beckton to King's College London bus arrive?

Beckton to King's College London bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Aldwych / Australia House station.

Where does the Beckton to King's College London train arrive?

Beckton to King's College London train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Tower Gateway Station DLR.

Can I drive from Beckton to King's College London?

Yes, the driving distance between Beckton to King's College London is 8 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Beckton to King's College London.

Where can I stay near King's College London?

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Beckton to King's College London - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Beckton to King's College London by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beckton DLR Station to Tower Gateway Station DLRtrain Dlr
40 min
£3–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsford Way to Aldwych / Australia Housebus N551
50 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Beckton to King's College Londontaxi 8 mi
23 min
£60–75
Drive 8 mi
1. Drive from Beckton to King's College Londoncar 8 mi
23 min
£2–3

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Distance: 9.1 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Beckton, England and King's College London, England?

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Beckton DLR Station to Tower Gateway Station DLR every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Kingsford Way to Aldwych / Australia House hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 48 min.

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