What is the cheapest way to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Sky Gardens Nine Elms and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Covent Garden Market East Side and arriving at Greenwich Park via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Sky Gardens Nine Elms and Royal Observatory?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Vauxhall St George Wharf Pier and arriving at Greenwich Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Sky Gardens Nine Elms and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Sky Gardens Nine Elms station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Nine Elms station and arriving at Greenwich via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory?

The distance between Sky Gardens Nine Elms and Royal Observatory is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory without a car is to subway and train which takes 40 min and costs £4 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory bus from?

Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Covent Garden Market East Side station.

Where do I catch the Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory train from?

Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Nine Elms station.

Where does the Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory train arrive?

Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory is 7 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory.

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There are 6 ways to get from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory by subway, train, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Nine Elms station to Waterloo stationsubway
2. Take the subway from Waterloo station to London Bridge stationsubway
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Greenwichtrain
40 min
£4–16
Drive 6.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatorycar 6.7 mi
19 min
£2–3
Line 196 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Covent Garden Market East Side to Elephant & Castle Stationbus 196
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Greenwich Parkbus 53 / ...
58 min
£4–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Vauxhall St George Wharf Pier to Greenwich Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatorytaxi 6.7 mi
19 min
£65–80
Line 77 bus, line 188 bus
1. Take the bus from Covent Garden Market East Side to Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rdbus 77
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to National Maritime Museumbus 188 / ...
1h 22m
£3–51

Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory by foot and bus

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Sky Gardens Nine Elms, England and Royal Observatory, England?

You can take a vehicle from Sky Gardens Nine Elms to Royal Observatory via Covent Garden Market East Side, Elephant & Castle Station, Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road, and Greenwich Park in around 58 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Vauxhall St George Wharf Pier to Greenwich Pier every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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