What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Kensington?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Kensington is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Kensington?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Kensington is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ealing Road and arriving at Hammersmith. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Northfields station station and arriving at Earl's Court station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Central London to Kensington?

The distance between Central London and Kensington is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Kensington without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Kensington without a car is to subway which takes 18 min and costs £4 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Kensington?

The subway from Northfields station to Earl's Court station takes 18 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Central London to Kensington bus from?

Central London to Kensington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Ealing Road station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Kensington train from?

Central London to Kensington train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Northfields station.

Where does the Central London to Kensington bus arrive?

Central London to Kensington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Hammersmith station.

Where does the Central London to Kensington train arrive?

Central London to Kensington train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Earl's Court station.

Can I drive from Central London to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Kensington is 5 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Central London to Kensington.

Where can I stay near Kensington?

There are 21961+ hotels available in Kensington.

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There are 4 ways to get from Central London to Kensington by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to Earl's Court stationsubway Piccadilly
18 min
£4–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ealing Road to Hammersmithbus H91
27 min
£1–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Kensingtontaxi 5.3 mi
11 min
£29–35
Drive 5.3 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Kensingtoncar 5.3 mi
11 min
£2

Central London to Kensington by bus

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Distance: 5.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Central London, England and Kensington, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Northfields station to Earl's Court station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £4–19 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Ealing Road to Hammersmith every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 27 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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