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

The cheapest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory is to bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory is to Airport Transfer which takes 53 min and costs £35 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Greenwich Park via Whitehall / Horseguards Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich via Canary Wharf DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

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

The distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Royal Observatory is 25 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 and takes 2h 27m.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory is 23 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

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

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

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Canary Wharftrain Elizabeth
1h 9m
£17–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
2. Take the bus from Whitehall / Horseguards Avenue to Greenwich Parkbus N53
2h 27m
£4
Subway, line 188 bus
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Holborn stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Kingsway / Holborn Station to National Maritime Museumbus 188 / ...
2h 5m
£15–95
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London Heathrow-LHR to Royal Observatoryrideshare 22.9 mi
53 min
£35–45
Drive 22.9 mi
1. Drive from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatorycar 22.9 mi
53 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatorytaxi 22.9 mi
53 min
£75–95

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Royal Observatory by train and foot

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Canary Wharf every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Observatory via Charing Cross, Whitehall / Horseguards Avenue, and Greenwich Park in around 2h 27m.

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