Taxi Cost: Victoria Coach Station to The O2 Arena (Greenwich)
Estimated fare (2024): £22–£28 for a standard black cab or UberX, depending on traffic and time of day.
Breakdown
| Service | Typical Fare | Time (off-peak) | Notes |
|---|
| Black Cab (hail/app) | £25–£32 | 25–35 min | Metered; night/weekend surcharges apply |
| UberX / Bolt / FreeNow | £20–£26 | 25–35 min | Dynamic pricing; surge can push to £35+ |
| Pre-booked Minicab | £22–£28 | 25–35 min | Fixed quote; confirm before booking |
Public Transport Alternatives (Cheaper, Often Faster at Peak)
- Tube + DLR (recommended): Victoria line to Canning Town (2 stops, 4 min) → DLR to North Greenwich (1 stop, 3 min). Total ~15 min ride + walk. Off-peak fare: £1.90 (contactless/Oyster).
- Jubilee Line direct: Green Park (Victoria line 1 stop) → North Greenwich (6 stops, ~12 min). Same fare.
- River Bus (Uber Boat / Thames Clippers): Westminster → North Greenwich Pier, ~20 min, £9.50 (contactless). Scenic.
When to Taxi
- Heavy luggage / mobility issues.
- Late night (Tube/DLR run ~12:30 AM–5:30 AM; Night Tube Fri/Sat on Jubilee/Victoria).
- Group of 3–4 splitting fare.
Bottom line: Public transport is usually faster, cheaper, and more predictable. Taxi ~£25 if you need door-to-door.
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