What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

The fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Docks and Elephant & Castle Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station. However, there are services departing from London City Airport and arriving at Hampton Street via Lewisham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct ferry between Royal Docks and Elephant & Castle Station?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Royal Wharf Pier and arriving at London Bridge City Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Royal Docks and Elephant & Castle Station?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station station. However, there are services departing from London City Airport and arriving at Elephant & Castle station via Bank station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

The distance between Royal Docks and Elephant & Castle Station is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.7 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station bus from?

Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from London City Airport station.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station train from?

Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from London City Airport station.

Train or bus from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

The best way to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and line 136 bus, which costs £3 - £50 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station bus arrive?

Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Lewisham Station.

Where does the Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station train arrive?

Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Bank DLR Station.

Can I drive from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station is 8 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station?

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Where can I stay near Elephant & Castle Station?

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Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station - 7 ways to travel via train, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station by train, taxi, bus, ferry, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London City Airport to Bank DLR Stationtrain Dlr
35 min
£3–4
Drive 7.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Stationcar 7.6 mi
22 min
£2–3
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Royal Docks to Warspite Roadtaxi
2. Take the bus from Warspite Road to Rodney Placebus N1
43 min
£29–73
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to London Bridge City Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 8m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Stationtaxi 7.6 mi
22 min
£80–100
Train, line 35 bus
1. Take the train from London City Airport to Bank DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the bus from Fenchurch Street to Elephant & Castle Stationbus 35
44 min
£3–16
Line 129 bus, line 136 bus
1. Take the bus from London City Airport to Lewisham Stationbus 129
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Hampton Streetbus 136
1h 34m
£4–50

Royal Docks to Elephant & Castle Station by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Royal Docks, England and Elephant & Castle Station, Greater London, England?

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from London City Airport to Bank DLR Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to London Bridge City Pier hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 41 min.

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