How long does it take from Whitechapel to Waterloo by metro?

The journey from Whitechapel to Waterloo takes approximately 34 minutes by London Underground, covering 13.93 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Whitechapel to Waterloo?

The token fare from Whitechapel to Waterloo is ₹4. With a smart card the fare is ₹3.6 (save ₹0.3999999999999999). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹3.3.

Which platform at Whitechapel for Waterloo?

At Whitechapel, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Richmond. Look for the electronic board showing "Richmond".

What is the last train from Whitechapel to Waterloo?

The last train from Whitechapel towards Richmond departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Waterloo back towards Whitechapel departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Whitechapel to Waterloo?

There are 7 stops between Whitechapel and Waterloo on the District Line. The stations are: Whitechapel, Tower Hill, Monument, Blackfriars, Temple, Embankment, Westminster.

Whitechapel To Waterloo

ShortestShortest Route

Whitechapel

Platform 2·underground·District LineTowards Richmond

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Tower Hill

yellow interchange

+4.14 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Monument

yellow interchange

+8.28 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Temple

yellow interchange

+16.56 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Embankment

yellow interchange

+20.7 min

4.14 min · 2 km

Westminster

grey interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground12 km

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

interchange Westminster — 5 min

Platform 5 · Jubilee Line ·Platform 1 Towards Stanmore

+5 min

Westminster

yellow interchangegreen interchange

Platform 1·underground·Jubilee LineTowards Stanmore

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

Waterloo

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.93 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

13.93 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Whitechapel	05:00	23:00	Towards Richmond
Waterloo	05:00	23:00	Towards Whitechapel

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

₹4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹3.6

Save ₹0.3999999999999999 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹3.3

Save ₹0.7000000000000002 per ride

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

Fare guide

Travel green

1.88 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.86 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~56 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹4

Bike

₹94

Auto

₹198

Cab

₹356

Estimates for 13.93 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Whitechapel

underground

Whitechapel, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access

Arrival station

Waterloo

underground

Waterloo, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access