What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre?

The fastest way to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Docks and Southbank Centre?

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

Is there a direct ferry between Royal Docks and Southbank Centre?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Royal Wharf Pier and arriving at Embankment Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Royal Docks and Southbank Centre?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre station. However, there are services departing from London City Airport and arriving at Waterloo Station via Canning Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre?

The distance between Royal Docks and Southbank Centre is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre without a car is to train and subway which takes 28 min and costs £7 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Southbank Centre bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Royal Docks to Southbank Centre train from?

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

Where does the Royal Docks to Southbank Centre bus arrive?

Royal Docks to Southbank Centre bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Waterloo Bridge / South Bank station.

Where does the Royal Docks to Southbank Centre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Docks to Southbank Centre is 8 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre.

Where can I stay near Southbank Centre?

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Royal Docks to Southbank Centre - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Royal Docks to Southbank Centre 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 Waterloo Stationsubway Jubilee
28 min
£7–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warspite Road to Waterloo Bridge / South Bankbus N1
33 min
£1–50
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to Embankment Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Docks to Southbank Centretaxi 8.1 mi
24 min
£85–110
Drive 8.1 mi
1. Drive from Royal Docks to Southbank Centrecar 8.1 mi
24 min
£2–3

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Distance: 9 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Royal Docks, England and Southbank Centre, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Warspite Road to Waterloo Bridge / South Bank hourly. Tickets cost £1–50 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to Embankment Pier every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 58 min.

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