What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Greenwich High Road / Roan Street via Peckham Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich via Canary Wharf DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from London Paddington to Royal Observatory?

The distance between London Paddington and Royal Observatory is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £14.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Royal Observatory bus from?

London Paddington to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Paddington Station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Royal Observatory train from?

London Paddington to Royal Observatory train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from London Paddington to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 36 bus and line 177 bus, which costs £3 - £40 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the London Paddington to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

London Paddington to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Peckham Post Office station.

Where does the London Paddington to Royal Observatory train arrive?

London Paddington to Royal Observatory train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Canary Wharf station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Royal Observatory is 10 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from London Paddington to Royal Observatory.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

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London Paddington to Royal Observatory - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from London Paddington to Royal Observatory by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Canary Wharftrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Canary Wharf DLR Station to Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwichtrain Dlr
41 min
£6–14
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Paddington to Royal Observatorycar 9.8 mi
29 min
£3–4
Subway, line 188 bus
1. Take the subway from Paddington station to Elephant & Castle stationsubway Bakerloo
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to National Maritime Museumbus 188 / ...
1h 17m
£5–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Paddington to Royal Observatorytaxi 9.8 mi
29 min
£75–95
Line 36 bus, line 177 bus
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station to Peckham Post Officebus 36
2. Take the bus from Peckham Post Office to Greenwich High Road / Roan Streetbus 177
1h 32m
£4–39
Line 23 bus, line 188 bus
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus 23
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to National Maritime Museumbus 188 / ...
1h 43m
£3–48

London Paddington to Royal Observatory by train and foot

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Distance: 9.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Royal Observatory, England?

You can take a train from London Paddington to Royal Observatory via Canary Wharf DLR Station and Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich in around 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from London Paddington to Royal Observatory via Paddington Station, Peckham Post Office, and Greenwich High Road / Roan Street in around 1h 32m.

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