What is the cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

The cheapest way to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East is to line 47 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

The fastest way to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Lewisham and Aldgate East?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lewisham Clock Tower and arriving at Primrose Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct ferry between Lewisham and Aldgate East?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenland Surrey Quays Pier and arriving at Tower Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Lewisham and Aldgate East?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lewisham DLR Station station and arriving at Shadwell DLR. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

The distance between Lewisham and Aldgate East is 4 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lewisham to Aldgate East without a car?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East without a car is to ferry which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

The ferry from Greenland Surrey Quays Pier to Tower Pier takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Aldgate East bus from?

Lewisham to Aldgate East bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Lewisham Clock Tower station.

Where do I catch the Lewisham to Aldgate East train from?

Lewisham to Aldgate East train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Lewisham DLR Station.

Train or bus from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

The best way to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East is to train which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £45 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Lewisham to Aldgate East bus arrive?

Lewisham to Aldgate East bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Bank Station / King William St.

Where does the Lewisham to Aldgate East train arrive?

Lewisham to Aldgate East train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Shadwell DLR station.

Can I drive from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewisham to Aldgate East is 6 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Lewisham to Aldgate East.

How do I get a train ticket from Lewisham to Aldgate East?

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Lewisham to Aldgate East - 7 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Lewisham to Aldgate East by ferry, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Greenland Surrey Quays Pier to Tower Pierferry Rb6 / ...
30 min
£9–13
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lewisham DLR Station to Shadwell DLRtrain Dlr
42 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Clock Tower to Bank Station / King William Stbus 21 / ...
55 min
£4–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lewisham to Aldgate Easttaxi 5.9 mi
16 min
£55–70
Drive 5.9 mi
1. Drive from Lewisham to Aldgate Eastcar 5.9 mi
16 min
£2–3
Train via London Bridge
1. Take the train from Lewisham to London Bridgetrain Hayes / ...
32 min
£2–4
Line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Lewisham Clock Tower to Primrose Streetbus 47
1h 13m
£2

Lewisham to Aldgate East by train and foot

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Distance: 4.1 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Lewisham, England and Aldgate East, England?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenland Surrey Quays Pier to Tower Pier every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Lewisham DLR Station to Shadwell DLR every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 25 min.

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