What is the cheapest way to get from London Docklands to Big Ben?

The cheapest way to get from London Docklands to Big Ben is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London Docklands to Big Ben?

The fastest way to get from London Docklands to Big Ben is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between London Docklands and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station station and arriving at Horse Guards Parade. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct ferry between London Docklands and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Canary Wharf Pier and arriving at Westminster Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between London Docklands and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canary Wharf station station and arriving at Westminster station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from London Docklands to Big Ben?

The distance between London Docklands and Big Ben is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.7 miles.

How do I travel from London Docklands to Big Ben without a car?

The best way to get from London Docklands to Big Ben without a car is to subway which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £18.

How long does it take to get from London Docklands to Big Ben?

The subway from Canary Wharf station to Westminster station takes 12 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the London Docklands to Big Ben bus from?

London Docklands to Big Ben bus services, operated by Centaur Coaches, depart from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station.

Where do I catch the London Docklands to Big Ben train from?

London Docklands to Big Ben train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Canary Wharf station.

Where does the London Docklands to Big Ben bus arrive?

London Docklands to Big Ben bus services, operated by Centaur Coaches, arrive at Horse Guards Parade station.

Where does the London Docklands to Big Ben train arrive?

London Docklands to Big Ben train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Westminster station.

Can I drive from London Docklands to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between London Docklands to Big Ben is 6 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from London Docklands to Big Ben.

Where can I stay near Big Ben?

There are 21967+ hotels available in Big Ben.

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There are 5 ways to get from London Docklands to Big Ben by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Canary Wharf station to Westminster stationsubway Jubilee
18 min
£5–18
Drive 5.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Docklands to Big Bencar 5.6 mi
17 min
£2
Line 786 bus
1. Take the bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Horse Guards Paradebus 789 / ...
35 min
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Canary Wharf Pier to Westminster Pierferry Rb1 / ...
47 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Docklands to Big Bentaxi 5.6 mi
17 min
£55–70

London Docklands to Big Ben by foot and subway

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Distance: 5.5 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between London Docklands, England and Big Ben, Greater London, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Canary Wharf station to Westminster station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £5–18 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Centaur Coaches operates a bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Horse Guards Parade every 3 hours, and the journey takes 28 min.

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