What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between ExCeL London and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from ExCeL London station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Charing Cross via Canning Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct ferry between ExCeL London and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from North Greenwich Pier and arriving at Embankment Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Custom House and arriving at Tottenham Court Rd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

The distance between ExCeL London and Charing Cross is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.2 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross without a car is to train and subway which takes 28 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Charing Cross bus from?

ExCeL London to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Canning Town station.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Charing Cross train from?

ExCeL London to Charing Cross train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Custom House station.

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross is to bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £2 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 30 min.

Where does the ExCeL London to Charing Cross bus arrive?

ExCeL London to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the ExCeL London to Charing Cross train arrive?

ExCeL London to Charing Cross train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Charing Cross is 7 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from ExCeL London to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from ExCeL London to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 21994+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

ExCeL London to Charing Cross - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from ExCeL London to Charing Cross by train, subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from West Silvertown DLR Station to Bank DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the subway from Cannon Street station to Embankment stationsubway Circle / ...
28 min
£3–8
Drive 7.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Charing Crosscar 7.2 mi
21 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canning Town to Charing Crossbus N15
1h 3m
£3–48
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from North Greenwich Pier to Embankment Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from ExCeL London to Charing Crosstaxi 7.2 mi
21 min
£55–70
Train
1. Take the train from Custom House to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
30 min
£5–11

ExCeL London to Charing Cross by foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Canning Town to Charing Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from North Greenwich Pier to Embankment Pier every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 54 min.

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