What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben?

The fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £90 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Docks and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Warspite Road and arriving at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Royal Docks and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Royal Wharf Pier and arriving at Westminster Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Royal Docks and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Docks to Big Ben station. However, there are services departing from London City Airport and arriving at Westminster station via Canning Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Royal Docks to Big Ben?

The distance between Royal Docks and Big Ben is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Docks to Big Ben without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben without a car is to train and subway which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben?

It takes approximately 26 min to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Big Ben bus from?

Royal Docks to Big Ben bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Warspite Road station.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Big Ben train from?

Royal Docks to Big Ben train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from London City Airport station.

Where does the Royal Docks to Big Ben bus arrive?

Royal Docks to Big Ben bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way.

Where does the Royal Docks to Big Ben train arrive?

Royal Docks to Big Ben train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Canning Town DLR Station.

Can I drive from Royal Docks to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Docks to Big Ben is 9 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Royal Docks to Big Ben.

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There are 5 ways to get from Royal Docks to Big Ben by train, subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from London City Airport to Canning Town DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the subway from Canning Town station to Westminster stationsubway Jubilee
26 min
£5–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warspite Road to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N1
43 min
£1–45
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to Westminster Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 2m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Docks to Big Bentaxi 8.5 mi
25 min
£90–110
Drive 8.5 mi
1. Drive from Royal Docks to Big Bencar 8.5 mi
25 min
£3

Royal Docks to Big Ben by bus and foot

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Royal Docks, England and Big Ben, Greater London, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Warspite Road to Waterloo Station / Tenison Way hourly. Tickets cost £1–45 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to Westminster Pier every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 1h.

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