What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is to fly and line 9 bus which takes 3h 29m and costs £90 - £320.

Is there a direct bus between ExCeL London and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Munday Road / Royal Victoria DLR and arriving at Royal Observatory via Trafalgar Square, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Hanover Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Bank station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The distance between ExCeL London and Royal Observatory is 404 miles. The road distance is 380.8 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £130 - £210.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus from?

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Royal Observatory train from?

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 50m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the ExCeL London to Royal Observatory train arrive?

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is 381 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

There are 2844+ hotels available in Royal Observatory.

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There are 10 ways to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 39m
£137–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
10h 50m
£42–72
Drive 378.6 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Royal Observatorycar 378.6 mi
6h 51m
£93–134
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, line 9 bus
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
2. Take the bus from Hanover Street to Royal Observatorybus
3h 29m
£90–316
Train via London Euston
1. Take the train from London Euston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh
7h 54m
£127–254
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, line 9 bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Hanover Street to Royal Observatorybus
4h 26m
£91–288
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 9 bus
1. Take the train from West Silvertown DLR Station to Stratford DLR Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the bus from Hanover Street to Royal Observatorybus
4h 38m
£52–156
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 9 bus
1. Take the train from West Silvertown DLR Station to Bank DLR Stationtrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4. Take the bus from Hanover Street to Royal Observatorybus
4h 38m
£68–162
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 9 bus
1. Take the train from Custom House to Farringdon Withouttrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
4. Take the bus from Hanover Street to Royal Observatorybus
4h 37m
£61–176
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 29m
£91–381

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Distance: 401.7 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Royal Observatory, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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