What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks is to subway and train which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £7.

Is there a direct ferry between Waterloo Station and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from London Eye Waterloo Pier and arriving at Royal Wharf Pier. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo East and arriving at Woolwich Dockyard. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Royal Docks is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks without a car is to subway and train which takes 23 min and costs £5 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks?

It takes approximately 23 min to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Royal Docks train from?

Waterloo Station to Royal Docks train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Waterloo East station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Royal Docks train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Royal Docks train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Woolwich Dockyard station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Royal Docks is 8 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks?

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Where can I stay near Royal Docks?

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Waterloo Station to Royal Docks - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Royal Docks by subway, train, bus, taxi, ferry, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Canning Town stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the train from Canning Town DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
23 min
£6–7
Drive 8.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Royal Dockscar 8.4 mi
24 min
£3
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Yateley Streetbus N1
2. Take the taxi from Yateley Street to Royal Dockstaxi
51 min
£30–81
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from London Eye Waterloo Pier to Royal Wharf Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 12m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Royal Dockstaxi 8.4 mi
24 min
£85–110
Bus, taxi via Warspite Road
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Warspite Roadbus N1
2. Take the taxi from Warspite Road to Royal Dockstaxi
52 min
£30–82
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Dockyardtrain London Charing Cross - Dartford / ...
1h 9m
£11–20

Waterloo Station to Royal Docks by foot and train

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Royal Docks, England?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from London Eye Waterloo Pier to Royal Wharf Pier every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–17 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from London Waterloo East to Woolwich Dockyard 3 times a day. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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