IFS Cloud Cable Car

Greenwich

Overview

Times

Daily: Mon-Thurs, 7am-9pm; Fri, 7am-11pm; Sat, 8am-11pm, Sun and bank holidays, 9am-10pm

Duration

Up to 10 minutes each way

Age

All

Location

London Cable Car

Address
Emirates Greenwich Peninsula
Greenwich
London
SE10 0FJ

About

Glide above the Thames in the IFS Cloud Cable Car (formerly Emirates Air Line Cable Car) and take in aerial views of London's skyline, as you travel from the Greenwich Peninsula to the Royal Docks.

What can I see on the IFS Cloud Cable Car?

The purple coloured IFS Cloud Cable Cars fly over a Transport for London sign with the words Lift Off on it.

Enjoy beautiful views of the Thames, London's skyline, the Greenwich Peninsula, the Royal Docks and The O2.

View sunset over the river and watch the city come alive after dark with extended night flights after 7pm.

How much is it?

A woman wearing  a red dress is walking out of the iconic purple IFS Cloud cable car.

Book adult single tickets on the IFS Cloud Cable Car for £6 and child tickets for £3. Or book a round trip ticket, which costs £12 for adults and £6 for children.

Book IFS Cloud Cable Car tickets now.

How long does the journey take?

 Someone holds a mobile phone taking a picture of the London skyline from the IFS Cloud Cable Car.

The cable car journey times are adjusted according to passenger flow or weather conditions but usually take about 10 minutes.

Where can I take the cable cars from/to?

You can either catch the cable car from North Greenwich or board on the Royal Victoria side of the river (return flights are available).

What else can I do in the area?

Aerial shot of the London Royal Docks taken from the IFS Cloud Cable Car. 

Greenwich has centuries of history to explore, from royal heritage and attractions telling the story of astronomy and time, to world-class art and maritime marvels.

Go back in time at the Queen's House and Cutty Sark; refuel at Greenwich Market or nearby eateries; and get your fill of shopping at The O2.

A woman wearing a red dress is walking towards a London Cable Car pod and is about to board.

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Prices and opening times

Child Ticket From £3.00 per ticket
Adult Ticket From £6.00 per ticket

You can use your Oyster or contactless card to pay as you go. Alternatively, buy IFS Cloud Cable Car tickets at the terminals or online.

One-way cash fares bought from the ticket office cost £6 for adults and £3 for children, while round trip tickets cost £12 for adults and £6 for children.

IFS Cloud Cable Car is accessible to wheelchair users and cyclists.

Individuals, families or groups can purchase Thames Clippers river passes allowing single, return or hop-on hop-off travel along the Thames, as well as a trip on the

IFS Cloud Cable Car. A family of up to five people – two adults and three children – can purchase a River Roamer package.

Opening Times

Summer (1 April – 30 September)

Monday to Thursday: 7am-9pm

Friday: 7am-11pm

Saturday: 8am-11pm

Sunday: 9am-10pm

Winter (from 1 October – 31 March):

Monday to Thursday: 7am-9pm

Friday: 7am–10pm

Saturday and Bank Holidays: 8am–10pm

Sunday: 9am–9pm

Facilities & Accessibility

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