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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace and arriving at Greenwich High Road / Roan Street via Peckham Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from 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 Paddington to Royal Observatory?

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

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

The best way to get from 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 Paddington to Royal Observatory?

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

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

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

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

Paddington to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Paddington station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from 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 - £45 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Paddington to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paddington to Royal Observatory train arrive?

Paddington to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Cannon Street station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Royal Observatory?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Paddington to Royal Observatory?

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Paddington to Royal Observatory - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 36 bus

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

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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 9.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paddington to Royal Observatorycar 9.9 mi
29 min
£3–4
Line 36 bus, line 177 bus
1. Take the bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Peckham Post Officebus 36
2. Take the bus from Peckham Post Office to Greenwich High Road / Roan Streetbus 177
1h 31m
£4–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paddington to Royal Observatorytaxi 9.9 mi
29 min
£75–95
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Paddington to Cannon Street stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Cannon Street to Maze Hilltrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
1h 2m
£8–25
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

Paddington to Royal Observatory by train and foot

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Distance: 9.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between 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 bus from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace to Royal Observatory via Peckham Post Office and Greenwich High Road / Roan Street in around 1h 31m.

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