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

The cheapest way to get from Royal Observatory to Big Ben is to bus which costs £2 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Royal Observatory to Big Ben is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £70 - £90.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greenwich Park and arriving at Westminster Station / Parliament Square station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenwich Pier and arriving at Westminster Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Royal Observatory to Big Ben station. However, there are services departing from Maze Hill and arriving at Westminster station via Blackfriars station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Royal Observatory to Big Ben?

The distance between Royal Observatory and Big Ben is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Royal Observatory to Big Ben without a car is to train and subway which takes 37 min and costs £3 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Royal Observatory to Big Ben, including transfers.

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

Royal Observatory to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Greenwich Park station.

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

Royal Observatory to Big Ben train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Maze Hill station.

Where does the Royal Observatory to Big Ben bus arrive?

Royal Observatory to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Westminster Station / Parliament Square.

Where does the Royal Observatory to Big Ben train arrive?

Royal Observatory to Big Ben train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Blackfriars station.

Can I drive from Royal Observatory to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Observatory to Big Ben is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Royal Observatory to Big Ben.

Where can I stay near Big Ben?

There are 21978+ hotels available in Big Ben.

Royal Observatory to Big Ben - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Maze Hill to London Blackfriarstrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the subway from Blackfriars station to Westminster stationsubway Circle / ...
37 min
£4–11
Line 188 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Maritime Museum to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus 188 / ...
1h 17m
£1–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greenwich Park to Westminster Station / Parliament Squarebus N53
39 min
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Westminster Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Observatory to Big Bentaxi 7.5 mi
19 min
£70–90
Drive 7.5 mi
1. Drive from Royal Observatory to Big Bencar 7.5 mi
19 min
£2–3

Royal Observatory to Big Ben by foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Greenwich Park to Westminster Station / Parliament Square hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenwich Pier to Westminster Pier every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 46 min.

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