What is the cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets?

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets is to bus which costs £1 - £30 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets?

The fastest way to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets is to train which takes 11 min and costs £1 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Greenwich and Tower Hamlets?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Cross Gate Station station and arriving at Bank Station / King William St station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Greenwich and Tower Hamlets?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenwich Pier and arriving at Tower Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich and Tower Hamlets?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Cross ELL and arriving at Shadwell. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets?

The distance between Greenwich and Tower Hamlets is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets without a car?

The best way to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £1 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets?

The train from New Cross ELL to Shadwell takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Tower Hamlets bus from?

Greenwich to Tower Hamlets bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from New Cross Gate Station.

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Tower Hamlets train from?

Greenwich to Tower Hamlets train services, operated by London Overground, depart from New Cross ELL station.

Train or bus from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets?

The best way to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets is to train which takes 11 min and costs £1 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £30 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Greenwich to Tower Hamlets bus arrive?

Greenwich to Tower Hamlets bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Bank Station / King William St.

Where does the Greenwich to Tower Hamlets train arrive?

Greenwich to Tower Hamlets train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Shadwell station.

How do I get a train ticket from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets?

Book your Greenwich to Tower Hamlets train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tower Hamlets?

There are 21344+ hotels available in Tower Hamlets.

Greenwich to Tower Hamlets - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and taxi

How to get fromGreenwich to Tower Hamlets

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets by train, ferry, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from New Cross ELL to Shadwelltrain New Cross ELL - Dalston Junction
11 min
£1–6
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Tower Pierferry Rb6 / ...
23 min
£9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Bank Station / King William Stbus 21 / ...
31 min
£1–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenwich to Tower Hamletstaxi 4.8 mi
15 min
£45–60
Train via Cutty Sark
1. Take the train from Cutty Sark to Limehouse DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Limehouse DLR Station to Tower Gateway Station DLRtrain Dlr
24 min
£3–4
Walk
1. Take the walk from Greenwich to Tower Hamletswalk 4.7 mi
1h 30m

Greenwich to Tower Hamlets by train

2743Weekly Trains

11 minAverage Duration

£1Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Greenwich to Tower Hamlets.

Launch map view

Distance: 2.7 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Greenwich, England and Tower Hamlets, Greater London, England?

London Overground operates a train from New Cross ELL to Shadwell every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 11 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenwich Pier to Tower Pier every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 23 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.