What is the cheapest way to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier?

The cheapest way to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier is to train which costs £1 - £3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier?

The fastest way to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wapping and Thames Barrier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tobacco Dock and arriving at Victoria Dock Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Wapping and Thames Barrier?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shadwell DLR Station station and arriving at Pontoon Dock DLR Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Wapping to Thames Barrier?

The distance between Wapping and Thames Barrier is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Wapping to Thames Barrier without a car?

The best way to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier?

The train from Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR Station takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Thames Barrier bus from?

Wapping to Thames Barrier bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Tobacco Dock station.

Where do I catch the Wapping to Thames Barrier train from?

Wapping to Thames Barrier train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from Shadwell DLR Station.

Train or bus from Wapping to Thames Barrier?

The best way to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier is to train which takes 16 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Wapping to Thames Barrier bus arrive?

Wapping to Thames Barrier bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Victoria Dock Road station.

Where does the Wapping to Thames Barrier train arrive?

Wapping to Thames Barrier train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Pontoon Dock DLR Station.

Where can I stay near Thames Barrier?

There are 19821+ hotels available in Thames Barrier.

Wapping to Thames Barrier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Wapping to Thames Barrier by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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 Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR StationDlr
16 min
£1–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tobacco Dock to Victoria Dock RoadN551
26 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wapping to Thames Barrier6.3 mi
15 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the foot from Wapping to Thames Barrier5.8 mi
1h 51m
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wapping Health Centre to St George's Town Hall / Shadwell Station100 / ...
2. Take the train from Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR StationDlr
26 min
£3–9

Wapping to Thames Barrier by train

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Distance: 4.3 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Wapping, Greater London, England and Thames Barrier, England?

Dockland Light Railway (DLR) operates a train from Shadwell DLR Station to Pontoon Dock DLR Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach London operates a bus from Tobacco Dock to Victoria Dock Road hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 26 min.

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