What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station?

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

Is there a direct bus between Royal Observatory and Waterloo Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Maritime Museum and arriving at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Royal Observatory and Waterloo Station?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Greenwich Pier and arriving at Embankment Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Royal Observatory and Waterloo Station?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station station. However, there are services departing from Cutty Sark and arriving at Waterloo Station via Canary Wharf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station?

The distance between Royal Observatory and Waterloo Station is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station without a car is to train and subway which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station bus from?

Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from National Maritime Museum station.

Where do I catch the Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station train from?

Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Cutty Sark station.

Where does the Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station train arrive?

Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Heron Quays DLR Station.

Can I drive from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station is 7 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station.

Where can I stay near Waterloo Station?

There are 21226+ hotels available in Waterloo Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station by train, subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Cutty Sark to Heron Quays DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the subway from Canary Wharf station to Waterloo Stationsubway Jubilee
29 min
£5–6
Line 188 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Maritime Museum to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus 188 / ...
1h 5m
£1–40
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Greenwich Pier to Embankment Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 8m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Stationtaxi 7.4 mi
19 min
£70–90
Drive 7.4 mi
1. Drive from Royal Observatory to Waterloo Stationcar 7.4 mi
19 min
£2–3

Royal Observatory to Waterloo Station by foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Royal Observatory, England and Waterloo Station, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from National Maritime Museum to Waterloo Station / Tenison Way every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Greenwich Pier to Embankment Pier every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 44 min.

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