How long does it take from Upminster to Tower Hill by metro?

The journey from Upminster to Tower Hill takes approximately 8 minutes by London Underground, covering 4 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Upminster to Tower Hill?

The token fare from Upminster to Tower Hill is £2.8. With a smart card the fare is £2.4 (save £0.4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's £2.1.

Which platform at Upminster for Tower Hill?

At Upminster, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Richmond. Look for the electronic board showing "Richmond".

What is the last train from Upminster to Tower Hill?

The last train from Upminster towards Richmond departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Tower Hill back towards Upminster departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Upminster to Tower Hill?

There are 2 stops between Upminster and Tower Hill on the District Line. The stations are: Upminster, Whitechapel, Tower Hill.

Upminster To Tower Hill

ShortestShortest Route

Upminster

Platform 1·underground·District LineTowards Richmond

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Whitechapel

+4.14 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Tower Hill

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

8 min

Total time

stops

4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Upminster	05:00	00:30	Towards Richmond
Tower Hill	05:00	00:30	Towards Upminster

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

£2.8

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

£2.4

Save £0.4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

£2.1

Save £0.7 per ride

Use your London Underground smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.54 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~16 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

£2.8

Bike

£34

Auto

£78

Cab

£138

Estimates for 4 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Upminster

underground

Upminster, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Upminster exit 1· Upminster area♿

Upminster exit 2· Upminster area♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access

Arrival station

Tower Hill

underground

Tower Hill, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Tower Hill exit 1· Tower of London, Tower Bridge♿

Tower Hill exit 2· Tower of London, Tower Bridge♿

Tower Hill exit 3· Tower of London, Tower Bridge♿

Tower Hill exit 4· Tower of London, Tower Bridge♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free accessTicket machinesShops