What is the cheapest way to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier?

The cheapest way to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier?

The fastest way to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Tower Bridge and Thames Barrier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Griggs Place and arriving at Greenwich Trust School. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Tower Bridge and Thames Barrier?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Tower Pier and arriving at Royal Wharf Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Tower Bridge and Thames Barrier?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shadwell DLR Station station and arriving at Pontoon Dock DLR Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier?

The distance between Tower Bridge and Thames Barrier is 5 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

How do I travel from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier without a car?

The best way to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £2 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier?

The train from Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR Station takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier bus from?

Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Griggs Place station.

Where do I catch the Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier train from?

Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Shadwell DLR Station.

Train or bus from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier?

The best way to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier is to train which takes 36 min and costs £2 - £3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £40 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier bus arrive?

Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Greenwich Trust School station.

Where does the Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier train arrive?

Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Pontoon Dock DLR Station.

Can I drive from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier?

Yes, the driving distance between Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier is 7 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier.

Where can I stay near Thames Barrier?

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There are 5 ways to get from Tower Bridge to Thames Barrier by train, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR Stationtrain Dlr
36 min
£2–3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Griggs Place to Greenwich Trust Schoolbus N1
44 min
£1–40
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Tower Pier to Royal Wharf Pierferry Rb6 / ...
44 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tower Bridge to Thames Barriertaxi 7.1 mi
18 min
£75–95
Drive 7.1 mi
1. Drive from Tower Bridge to Thames Barriercar 7.1 mi
18 min
£2–3

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Distance: 5.3 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Tower Bridge, England and Thames Barrier, England?

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Tower Pier to Royal Wharf Pier every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 38 min.

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