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

The cheapest way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Victoria Dock and Big Ben?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chauntler Close / Cundy Park and arriving at Charing Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Royal Victoria Dock 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 Victoria Dock and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Victoria Dock station to Big Ben station. However, there are services departing from Pontoon Dock DLR Station and arriving at Westminster station via Canning Town station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben?

The distance between Royal Victoria Dock and Big Ben is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben without a car is to train and subway which takes 33 min and costs £8 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben, including transfers.

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

Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Chauntler Close / Cundy Park station.

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

Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Pontoon Dock DLR Station.

Where does the Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben bus arrive?

Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben is 8 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben.

Where can I stay near Big Ben?

There are 21967+ hotels available in Big Ben.

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Pontoon Dock DLR Station to Canning Town DLR Stationtrain Dlr
2. Take the subway from Canning Town station to Westminster stationsubway Jubilee
33 min
£9–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chauntler Close / Cundy Park to Charing Crossbus N551
1h 6m
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to Westminster Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Bentaxi 7.7 mi
22 min
£80–100
Drive 7.7 mi
1. Drive from Royal Victoria Dock to Big Bencar 7.7 mi
22 min
£2–3

Royal Victoria Dock to Big Ben by foot and bus

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Chauntler Close / Cundy Park to Charing Cross hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Royal Wharf Pier to Westminster Pier every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h.

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