What is the cheapest way to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

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

What is the fastest way to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between London Docklands and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station station and arriving at Charing Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct ferry between London Docklands and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Canary Wharf Pier and arriving at Embankment Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between London Docklands and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canary Wharf and arriving at Tottenham Court Road Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

The distance between London Docklands and Charing Cross is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

How do I travel from London Docklands to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

The train from Canary Wharf to Tottenham Court Road Station takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the London Docklands to Charing Cross bus from?

London Docklands to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station.

Where do I catch the London Docklands to Charing Cross train from?

London Docklands to Charing Cross train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Canary Wharf station.

Train or bus from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 32 min.

Where does the London Docklands to Charing Cross bus arrive?

London Docklands to Charing Cross bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the London Docklands to Charing Cross train arrive?

London Docklands to Charing Cross train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Road Station.

Can I drive from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between London Docklands to Charing Cross is 5 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from London Docklands to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from London Docklands to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

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London Docklands to Charing Cross - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from London Docklands to Charing Cross by train, bus, ferry, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canary Wharf to Tottenham Court Road Stationtrain Elizabeth
15 min
£3–8
Line 15 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poplar High Street / Blackwall to Charing Crossbus 15
1h 10m
£1–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Charing Crossbus N550
32 min
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Canary Wharf Pier to Embankment Pierferry Rb1 / ...
43 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Docklands to Charing Crosstaxi 5.4 mi
17 min
£40–55
Drive 5.4 mi
1. Drive from London Docklands to Charing Crosscar 5.4 mi
17 min
£2
Subway
1. Take the subway from Canary Wharf station to Westminster stationsubway Jubilee
16 min
£5–18

London Docklands to Charing Cross by foot and train

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Distance: 5.4 mi
Duration: 15 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Canary Wharf to Tottenham Court Road Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Charing Cross hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 31 min. Centaur Coaches also services this route every 3 hours.

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