What is the cheapest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £1 - £45 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Greenwich Pier and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greenwich Church Street and arriving at Lancaster Place. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Greenwich Pier and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenwich Pier and arriving at Embankment Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich Pier and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct train from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich and arriving at London Charing Cross via Lewisham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross?

The distance between Greenwich Pier and Charing Cross is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.5 miles.

How do I travel from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross bus from?

Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Greenwich Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross train from?

Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich station.

Train or bus from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £45 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lancaster Place station.

Where does the Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross train arrive?

Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Lewisham DLR Station.

Can I drive from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross is 6 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross.

Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 21160+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross by train, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich to Lewisham DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Lewisham to London Charing Crosstrain Hayes / ...
34 min
£5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greenwich Church Street to Lancaster Placebus 188 / ...
1h 2m
£1–45
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Embankment Pierferry Rb6 / ...
44 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenwich Pier to Charing Crosstaxi 6.4 mi
20 min
£30–40
Drive 6.4 mi
1. Drive from Greenwich Pier to Charing Crosscar 6.4 mi
20 min
£2–3

Greenwich Pier to Charing Cross by foot and bus

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Distance: 7.5 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Greenwich Pier to London Charing Cross via Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich, Lewisham DLR Station, and Lewisham in around 34 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenwich Pier to Embankment Pier every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 44 min.

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