What is the cheapest way to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square?

The cheapest way to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square?

The fastest way to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bow and Trafalgar Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Poplar Recreation Ground / DLR and arriving at Trafalgar Square. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Bow and Trafalgar Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bromley-by-Bow station station and arriving at Embankment station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Bow to Trafalgar Square?

The distance between Bow and Trafalgar Square is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bow to Trafalgar Square without a car?

The best way to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square without a car is to subway which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square?

The subway from Bromley-by-Bow station to Embankment station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Bow to Trafalgar Square bus from?

Bow to Trafalgar Square bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Poplar Recreation Ground / DLR station.

Where do I catch the Bow to Trafalgar Square train from?

Bow to Trafalgar Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Bromley-by-Bow station.

Where does the Bow to Trafalgar Square bus arrive?

Bow to Trafalgar Square bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the Bow to Trafalgar Square train arrive?

Bow to Trafalgar Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Embankment station.

Can I drive from Bow to Trafalgar Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Bow to Trafalgar Square is 6 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Bow to Trafalgar Square.

Where can I stay near Trafalgar Square?

There are 21994+ hotels available in Trafalgar Square.

Bow to Trafalgar Square - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bow to Trafalgar Square by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Bromley-by-Bow station to Embankment stationsubway Circle / ...
28 min
£4–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poplar Recreation Ground / DLR to Trafalgar Squarebus N15
37 min
£1–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bow to Trafalgar Squaretaxi 5.8 mi
20 min
£45–60
Drive 5.8 mi
1. Drive from Bow to Trafalgar Squarecar 5.8 mi
20 min
£2

Bow to Trafalgar Square by subway and foot

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Distance: 5.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Bow, Greater London, England and Trafalgar Square, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Bromley-by-Bow station to Embankment station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £4–17 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Poplar Recreation Ground / DLR to Trafalgar Square every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–35 and the journey takes 35 min.

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