How to get from Beckton to Shoreditch by DLR and train?

By DLR and train

To get from Beckton to Shoreditch in London, take the DLR DLR from Beckton station to Shadwell DLR station. Next, take the OVERGROUND train from Shadwell station to Shoreditch High Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is £3.00.

40min£3.00
DLR - DLR
Train - OVERGROUND
Leaves from Beckton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from DLR station
    Start from DLR station
    Beckton
  • 2
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Tower Gateway
  • 3
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Shadwell DLR
    ID 9400ZZDLSHA2
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Shadwell
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    Dalston Junction
  • 6
    Ride to train station Shoreditch High Street
    Ride to train station
    Shoreditch High Street
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By DLR and bus

To get from Beckton to Shoreditch in London, take the DLR DLR from Beckton station to Tower Gateway station. Next, take the 242 bus from Aldgate Bus Station (L) station to Elder Street (G) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min.

44min
DLR - DLR
Bus - 242242
Walk to Shoreditch
Leaves from Beckton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from DLR station
    Start from DLR station
    Beckton
  • 2
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Tower Gateway
  • 3
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Tower Gateway
    ID 9400ZZDLTWG2
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aldgate Bus Station (L)
    ID L
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 242242
    Wait for bus
    242
    Homerton Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elder Street (G)
    ID G
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Shoreditch
    Walk to
    Shoreditch
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Beckton to Shoreditch

The distance between Beckton, London and Shoreditch, London is approximately 8.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Beckton to Shoreditch by DLR and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Beckton

Beckton is located at Beckton, London and the nearest public transport station is Tollgate Road (E).

Bus stations close to Beckton:

  • Tollgate Road (E)
  • Beckton Bus Station (D)
  • Tollgate Road (F)

DLR stations close to Beckton:

  • Beckton
  • Royal Albert
  • Cyprus

Public transport stations close to Shoreditch, London

Shoreditch is located at Shoreditch, London and the nearest public transport station is Shoreditch High Street.

Tube stations close to Shoreditch:

  • Liverpool Street Underground
  • Aldgate East

Train stations close to Shoreditch:

  • Liverpool Street
  • Old Street

Bus stations close to Shoreditch:

  • Shoreditch High Street
  • Shoreditch High Street Station (K)
  • Bethnal Grn Rd / Shoreditch High St (J)

Related Routes

By DLR and bus

To get from Beckton to Shoreditch in London, take the DLR DLR from Beckton station to Tower Gateway station. Next, take the 242 bus from Aldgate Bus Station (L) station to Elder Street (G) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min.

44min
DLR - DLR
Bus - 242242
Walk to Shoreditch
Leaves from Beckton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from DLR station
    Start from DLR station
    Beckton
  • 2
    DLR - DLR
    Wait for DLR
    DLR
    Tower Gateway
  • 3
    Ride to DLR station
    Ride to DLR station
    Tower Gateway
    ID 9400ZZDLTWG2
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aldgate Bus Station (L)
    ID L
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 242242
    Wait for bus
    242
    Homerton Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elder Street (G)
    ID G
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Shoreditch
    Walk to
    Shoreditch
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Beckton to Shoreditch?

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Bus line DLR, Bus line OVERGROUND.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Beckton to Shoreditch?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line DLR, Bus line 242.

  • Is there a direct DLR between Beckton and Shoreditch in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one DLR line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 40 min.

  • Which DLR line goes from Beckton to Shoreditch in London?

    The DLR DLR line goes from Tower Gateway station near Beckton to Shadwell DLR station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Shadwell DLR station near Shoreditch in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Beckton to Shoreditch in London by DLR and train?

    The total travel time between Beckton and Shoreditch in London by DLR and train is about 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the DLR near Beckton to get to Shoreditch in London?

    Get on the DLR DLR from the Tower Gateway station near Beckton in London.

  • Where do I get off the DLR when travelling between Beckton and Shoreditch in London?

    Get off the DLR at the Shadwell DLR station, which is closest to Shoreditch in London.

  • When is the last DLR from Beckton to Shoreditch in London?

    The last DLR from Beckton to Shoreditch in London is the Dockland Light Railway line. It leaves the Beckton station at 00:26.

  • How much is the DLR fare from Beckton to Shoreditch?

    The ride from Beckton to Shoreditch costs £3.00.

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