What is the cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

The cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

The fastest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks is to train which takes 54 min and costs £19 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Royal Docks?

No, there is no direct bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) station to Royal Docks. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Constance Street via Charing Cross and Canning Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Woolwich Dockyard. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

The distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Royal Docks is 27 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks without a car?

The best way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £19 - £40.

How long does it take to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

The train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Woolwich Dockyard takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks bus from?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks train from?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

The best way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks is to train which takes 54 min and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £75 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks bus arrive?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks train arrive?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Woolwich Dockyard station.

Can I drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

Yes, the driving distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks is 25 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks.

How do I get a train ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

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Can I share a ride from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks by train, bus, rideshare, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
54 min
£19–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Canning Townbus N15
2h 18m
£4–71
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Heathrow-LHR to London City-LCYrideshare 24.5 mi
59 min
£35–45
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Dockscar 24.5 mi
59 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Dockstaxi 24.5 mi
59 min
£120–150
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Green Park stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the subway from Green Park station to Canning Town stationsubway Jubilee
1h 16m
£23–78

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Docks by train

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Distance: 26.8 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between London Heathrow Airport (LHR), England and Royal Docks, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Woolwich Dockyard every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Constance Street via Charing Cross and Canning Town in around 2h 18m.

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