What is the cheapest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory is to train which costs £2 - £6 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between London City Airport (LCY) and Royal Observatory?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London City Airport and arriving at Trafalgar Estate. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between London City Airport (LCY) and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from London City Airport (LCY) station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from London City Airport DLR Station and arriving at Maze Hill via Woolwich Arsenal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory?

The distance between London City Airport (LCY) and Royal Observatory is 5 miles.

Where do I catch the London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory bus from?

London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from London City Airport station.

Where do I catch the London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory train from?

London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from London City Airport DLR Station.

Train or bus from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 34 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus, which costs £1 - £40 and takes 42 min.

Where does the London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Trafalgar Estate station.

Where does the London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory train arrive?

London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

There are 21307+ hotels available in Royal Observatory.

Can I share a ride from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London City Airport (LCY) and Royal Observatory. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory

Q: How long does it take to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory by train, bus, taxi, rideshare, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London City Airport DLR Station to Woolwich Arsenal DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to Maze Hilltrain Gillingham / ...
34 min
£3–6
Line 129 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London City Airport to Trafalgar Estatebus 129
42 min
£1–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatorytaxi 5.5 mi
15 min
£16–20
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London City-LCY to Royal Observatoryrideshare 5.5 mi
15 min
Walk
1. Take the walk from London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatorywalk 4.6 mi
1h 29m

London City Airport (LCY) to Royal Observatory by train and foot

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between London City Airport (LCY), England and Royal Observatory, England?

You can take a train from London City Airport DLR Station to Royal Observatory via Woolwich Arsenal and Maze Hill in around 34 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from London City Airport to Trafalgar Estate every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 34 min.

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