What is the cheapest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station is to bus which costs £2 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The fastest way to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Greenwich Pier and Tower Gateway DLR Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Island Gardens and arriving at Aldgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Greenwich Pier and Tower Gateway DLR Station?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenwich Pier and arriving at Tower Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich Pier and Tower Gateway DLR Station?

No, there is no direct train from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station station. However, there are services departing from Cutty Sark and arriving at Tower Gateway Station DLR via Shadwell DLR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The distance between Greenwich Pier and Tower Gateway DLR Station is 5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station bus from?

Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Island Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station train from?

Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Cutty Sark station.

Train or bus from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The best way to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station bus arrive?

Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Aldgate station.

Where does the Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station train arrive?

Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Shadwell DLR station.

Where can I stay near Tower Gateway DLR Station?

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Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station by train, ferry, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cutty Sark to Shadwell DLRtrain Dlr
27 min
£3–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Island Gardens to Aldgatebus N550
40 min
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Tower Pierferry Rb6 / ...
29 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Stationtaxi 4.4 mi
14 min
£45–55
Walk
1. Take the walk from Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Stationwalk 4.4 mi
1h 24m

Greenwich Pier to Tower Gateway DLR Station by foot and train

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Distance: 4.5 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Greenwich Pier, England and Tower Gateway DLR Station, England?

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Cutty Sark to Shadwell DLR every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenwich Pier to Tower Pier every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 23 min.

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