What is the cheapest way to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The cheapest way to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station is to bus which costs £2 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The fastest way to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between South Quay DLR Station and Tower Gateway DLR Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station station and arriving at Tower of London / Tower Hill Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

Is there a direct ferry between South Quay DLR Station and Tower Gateway DLR Station?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Canary Wharf Pier and arriving at Tower Pier. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between South Quay DLR Station and Tower Gateway DLR Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poplar and arriving at Tower Gateway Station DLR station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The distance between South Quay DLR Station and Tower Gateway DLR Station is 3 miles.

Where do I catch the South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station bus from?

South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station bus services, operated by Centaur Coaches, depart from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station.

Where do I catch the South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station train from?

South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from South Quay DLR Station.

Train or bus from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

The best way to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station is to train via Shadwell DLR which takes 16 min and costs £3 - £4. Alternatively, you can line 786 bus, which costs and takes 29 min.

Where can I stay near Tower Gateway DLR Station?

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South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station

Q: How long does it take to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station?

It takes approximately 16 min to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station, including transfers.

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There are 9 ways to get from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station by train, bus, taxi, ferry, or foot

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Train via Shadwell DLR
best
1. Take the train from South Quay DLR Station to Shadwell DLRtrain Dlr
16 min
£3–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Aldgatebus N550
32 min
£2
Line 786 bus
1. Take the bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Tower of London / Tower Hill Stationbus 789 / ...
29 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Stationtaxi 3.2 mi
9 min
£30–40
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Canary Wharf Pier to Tower Pierferry Rb6 / ...
34 min
Train
1. Take the train from Poplar to Tower Gateway Station DLRtrain Dlr
34 min
£2–3
Line 135 bus via Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station
1. Take the bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Duke's Placebus 135 / ...
43 min
£2
Line 135 bus
1. Take the bus from Harbour Exchange Square to Duke's Placebus 135
52 min
£2
Walk
1. Take the walk from South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Stationwalk 3.1 mi
1h

South Quay DLR Station to Tower Gateway DLR Station by train

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Distance: 2.9 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between South Quay DLR Station, England and Tower Gateway DLR Station, England?

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from South Quay DLR Station to Shadwell DLR every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Centaur Coaches operates a bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Tower of London / Tower Hill Station every 3 hours, and the journey takes 18 min.

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