What is the cheapest way to get from Woolwich to The Shard?

The cheapest way to get from Woolwich to The Shard is to line 53 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Woolwich to The Shard?

The fastest way to get from Woolwich to The Shard is to train which takes 22 min and costs £3 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Woolwich and The Shard?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Artillery Place /J ohn Wilson St and arriving at Bricklayers Arms / New Kent Rd. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Woolwich and The Shard?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Woolwich Arsenal Pier and arriving at London Bridge City Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Woolwich and The Shard?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Woolwich Arsenal and arriving at London Bridge. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Woolwich to The Shard?

The distance between Woolwich and The Shard is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.2 miles.

How do I travel from Woolwich to The Shard without a car?

The best way to get from Woolwich to The Shard without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Woolwich to The Shard?

The train from Woolwich Arsenal to London Bridge takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Woolwich to The Shard bus from?

Woolwich to The Shard bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Artillery Place /J ohn Wilson St station.

Where do I catch the Woolwich to The Shard train from?

Woolwich to The Shard train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Woolwich Arsenal station.

Train or bus from Woolwich to The Shard?

The best way to get from Woolwich to The Shard is to train which takes 22 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 53 bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Woolwich to The Shard bus arrive?

Woolwich to The Shard bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Bricklayers Arms / New Kent Rd station.

Where does the Woolwich to The Shard train arrive?

Woolwich to The Shard train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Woolwich to The Shard?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolwich to The Shard is 8 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Woolwich to The Shard.

How do I get a train ticket from Woolwich to The Shard?

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Where can I stay near The Shard?

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There are 5 ways to get from Woolwich to The Shard by train, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Woolwich Arsenal to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
22 min
£3–8
Line 53 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Artillery Place /J ohn Wilson St to Bricklayers Arms / New Kent Rdbus 53 / ...
1h 6m
£2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Woolwich Arsenal Pier to London Bridge City Pierferry Rb6 / ...
54 min
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Woolwich to The Shardtaxi 8.2 mi
22 min
£80–100
Drive 8.2 mi
1. Drive from Woolwich to The Shardcar 8.2 mi
22 min
£2–3

Woolwich to The Shard by train and foot

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Distance: 7.5 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Woolwich, England and The Shard, England?

Thameslink operates a train from Woolwich Arsenal to London Bridge hourly. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 22 min. Southeastern also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Woolwich Arsenal Pier to London Bridge City Pier hourly. Tickets cost £11–17 and the journey takes 48 min.

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