Thames Cruise Ship Transfers: Tower Bridge, Greenwich and Royal Docks
Smaller cruise and expedition ships sail right into London and moor on the Thames – near Tower Bridge, at Greenwich and in the Royal Docks next to London City Airport. Passengers come ashore in the middle of the city, and a private car is the simplest way to reach an airport or hotel with cruise luggage.
Fares
| Route | Sedan (4 seats) | First Class Sedan (4 seats) | Van (6 seats) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City Airport – Tower Bridge (11 km) | £43 | £78 | £63 |
| Heathrow – Tower Bridge (33 km) | £71 | £115 | £105 |
| Central London (Charing Cross) – Tower Bridge (6 km) | £35 | £68 | £52 |
| London City Airport – Greenwich (6 km) | £35 | £67 | £51 |
| Central London (Charing Cross) – Greenwich (13 km) | £45 | £81 | £66 |
| London City Airport – Royal Docks (2 km) | £31 | £62 | £45 |
| Stansted – Royal Docks (54 km) | £100 | £152 | £148 |
| Central London (Charing Cross) – Royal Docks (15 km) | £47 | £84 | £70 |
Other airports and addresses are priced on the booking form.
Where to meet
Mooring places and the pier or quay where passengers come ashore depend on the ship. Put the ship name, the mooring from your cruise documents and a phone number in the booking; the meeting point is in your booking confirmation. Streets around Tower Bridge and Greenwich are busy, so the driver may wait a short walk from the pier.
Royal Docks and London City Airport
Ships in the Royal Docks moor a few minutes from London City Airport – about 2 km by road – which makes a same-day flight home from London City easy to plan.
Vehicles
A sedan takes four passengers and three large suitcases, a First Class Sedan the same in a quieter car, a van six passengers and four large suitcases, a First Class Van six and five, and a minibus up to 16 passengers and 10 large suitcases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you take us from the ship to Heathrow?
Yes. Book the mooring as pickup and Heathrow as destination; leave enough time for disembarkation and a long-haul check-in.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free of charge until 24 hours before pickup. Your card is only authorised when you book and is charged 24 hours before the journey.
Is the price per person?
No. You pay once for the whole vehicle, whether one person travels or the car is full.