What is the cheapest way to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

The cheapest way to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks is to bus which costs £2 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

The fastest way to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Tower of London and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Katherine Dock and arriving at Victoria Dock Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Tower of London and Royal Docks?

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 of London and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Street Station station and arriving at Woolwich Dockyard. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

The distance between Tower of London and Royal Docks is 8 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

How do I travel from Tower of London to Royal Docks without a car?

The best way to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

The train from Liverpool Street Station to Woolwich Dockyard takes 15 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Tower of London to Royal Docks bus from?

Tower of London to Royal Docks bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from St Katherine Dock station.

Where do I catch the Tower of London to Royal Docks train from?

Tower of London to Royal Docks train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Liverpool Street Station.

Train or bus from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

The best way to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks is to train which takes 15 min and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Tower of London to Royal Docks bus arrive?

Tower of London to Royal Docks bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Victoria Dock Road station.

Where does the Tower of London to Royal Docks train arrive?

Tower of London to Royal Docks train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Woolwich Dockyard station.

Can I drive from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

Yes, the driving distance between Tower of London to Royal Docks is 6 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Tower of London to Royal Docks.

How do I get a train ticket from Tower of London to Royal Docks?

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Where can I stay near Royal Docks?

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Tower of London to Royal Docks - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Tower of London to Royal Docks by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
15 min
£4–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Katherine Dock to Victoria Dock Roadbus N551
28 min
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Tower Pier to Royal Wharf Pierferry Rb6 / ...
38 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tower of London to Royal Dockstaxi 6 mi
16 min
£65–80
Drive 6 mi
1. Drive from Tower of London to Royal Dockscar 6 mi
16 min
£2–3
Bus, line 474 bus
1. Take the bus from Tower of London / Tower Hill Station to Canning Townbus N15
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to Constance Streetbus 474
43 min
£3–51

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Tower of London, England and Royal Docks, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Liverpool Street Station to Woolwich Dockyard every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 15 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from St Katherine Dock to Victoria Dock Road hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 28 min.

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