 | | The Woolwich ferry is a free service operating between Woolwich and North Woolwich, linking the north and south circular roads across the Thames.
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Normal Timetable| Day | Service times |
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| Monday | 6.10am to 8pm, two boats
(10-minute service) |
| Tuesday | 6.10am to 8pm, two boats
(10-minute service) |
| Wednesday | 6.10am to 8pm, two boats
(10-minute service) |
| Thursday | 6.10am to 8pm, two boats
(10-minute service) |
| Friday | 6.10am to 8pm, two boats
(10-minute service) |
| Saturday | 6.10am to 8pm, one boat
(15-minute service)
Last trip South - North 7.45pm |
| Sunday | 11.30am to 7.30pm, one boat
(15-minute service)
Last trip South - North 7.15pm |
Travel updates
Check the river timetables on Transport for London website
Live river travel news on Transport for London website
The ferry service is for vehicles, including lorries, as well as pedestrians and bicycles.
Pedestrians can also use the Woolwich foot tunnel to get from one side to the other.
Restrictions
There is a maximum height restriction of 4.7 metres, or 15.5 feet, and a maximum width restriction of 3.5 metres, or 11.5 feet.
Abnormal loads
Those needing special arrangements for abnormal loads should contact the ferry manager on the telephone number listed on the right. Vehicles displaying Hazchem signs are prohibited.
Who runs the ferry?
The ferry service is owned and financed by Transport for London and is operated by Serco on an agency basis.
History of the ferry
Want to know more about the ferry and its ships? Read our history of the ferry.
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