What is the cheapest way to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern?

The cheapest way to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern is to line 381 bus which costs £2 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern?

The fastest way to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs £19 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Tower Pier and Tate Modern?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Unicorn Theatre and arriving at Lavington Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Tower Pier and Tate Modern?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Tower Pier and arriving at Bankside Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Tower Pier to Tate Modern?

The distance between Tower Pier and Tate Modern is 5110 feet.

How do I travel from Tower Pier to Tate Modern without a car?

The best way to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern without a car is to ferry which takes 13 min and costs £8 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern?

The ferry from Tower Pier to Bankside Pier takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tower Pier to Tate Modern bus from?

Tower Pier to Tate Modern bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, depart from Unicorn Theatre station.

Where does the Tower Pier to Tate Modern bus arrive?

Tower Pier to Tate Modern bus services, operated by Transport UK London Bus, arrive at Lavington Street station.

Where can I stay near Tate Modern?

There are 21178+ hotels available in Tate Modern.

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There are 3 ways to get from Tower Pier to Tate Modern by ferry, bus, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Tower Pier to Bankside Pierferry Rb6 / ...
13 min
£8–12
Line 381 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Unicorn Theatre to Lavington Streetbus N381 / ...
29 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tower Pier to Tate Moderntaxi 1.6 mi
5 min
£19–23

Tower Pier to Tate Modern by foot and bus

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Distance: 5,110 ft
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Tower Pier, England and Tate Modern, England?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Tower Pier to Bankside Pier every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Transport UK London Bus operates a bus from Unicorn Theatre to Lavington Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 8 min.

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