Commuting

We believe that your journey to and from work should be hassle free and in a comfortable environment. Our luxurious hi-speed catamarans provide a fast, frequent and competitively priced service where every passenger is guaranteed a seat. Departures every 20 minutes from major piers.

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How frequent is the Thames Clippers service?

Our fleet of hi-speed catamarans leave the major piers every 20 minutes. We take you from London Bridge to Canary Wharf in less than 10 minutes on the scheduled commuter service. The first boat leaves Royal Arsenal Woolwich Pier at 06.02 and the last service is well past midnight. River transport is very reliable as it is not affected by variable conditions that may affect other forms of transport.

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Is it easy to connect with other transport networks from these piers?

The River Thames is centrally located and Thames Clippers operates the scheduled commuter service at various piers on both the North and South side of the river, making transport interchanges easily accessible from most piers. Tube, bus or rail interchanges are short walks from the major piers at Canary Wharf, Tower, London Bridge, Blackfriars, Embankment and Waterloo.

How much does it cost?

At Thames Clippers we offer a variety of ticket types for our passengers. These include tickets for a single journey (£4) and season tickets for the regular commuter (monthly or annual pass). Season ticket holders, students, Travelcard holders, Freedom Pass holders and children are eligible for a reduced rate. For non-regular passengers spending the day on business in town and requiring various stops throughout the day we recommend our River Roamer ticket. This allows passengers unlimited hop-on hop-off for a day's travel between QEII Pier and Millbank pier from 10.00 to 22.00 on weekdays. The River Roamer is valid on weekends between Royal Arsenal Woolwich Pier and Millbank Pier from the first morning departure through 22.00. Family River Roamer ticket is available for £18. (One pass is valid for up to 2 adults and 2 children).

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Is there a frequent commuter discount?

We offer reduced rates on a variety of Season Tickets including our monthly passes and our annual pass. Download the Season Ticket form from the link below:

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What other benefits are there?

Our hi-speed catamarans are luxurious to travel on. The seating areas are spacious, comfortable and climate controlled – plus all passengers are guaranteed a seat. The stunning riverside views of London's many landmarks can be appreciated from wherever you sit, so choose from individual seats in the centre of the cabin or relax in the couch area by the windows. Passengers are also welcome to enjoy the deck at the back of the vessel. Onboard you will find a great ambience, helpful staff, snacks and refreshments, newspapers, toilet facilities and plasma screens. Tickets can be easily purchased onboard, on piers or click here (link).