What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 10h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is to fly and line 24 bus which takes 3h 20m and costs £80 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between ExCeL London and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Munday Road / Royal Victoria DLR and arriving at Royal Observatory via Trafalgar Square, Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Hanover Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The distance between ExCeL London and Royal Observatory is 404 miles. The road distance is 380.8 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus from?

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

What is the time difference between ExCeL London and Royal Observatory?

Royal Observatory is 1h ahead of ExCeL London. It is currently 3:49 AM in ExCeL London and 4:49 AM in Royal Observatory.

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Royal Observatory is 381 miles. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

There are 2501+ hotels available in Royal Observatory.

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 30m
£76–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
10h 36m
£28–67
Drive 378.6 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Royal Observatory378.6 mi
6h 47m
£94–135
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, line 24 bus
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Watertoun Road
3h 20m
£82–251
Bus via Bank station
1. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
11h 31m
£46–99
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, line 24 bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Watertoun Road
4h 26m
£83–239
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 24 bus
1. Take the train from West Silvertown DLR Station to Bank DLR Station
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
4. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Watertoun Road
4h 23m
£53–168
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 24 bus
1. Take the train from Custom House to Farringdon Without
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
4. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Watertoun Road
4h 26m
£52–181
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 23m
£100–349
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
5h
£51–147

ExCeL London to Royal Observatory by foot, train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 401.7 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Royal Observatory, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £70–150 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £21–60 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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