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

The cheapest way to get from Central London to South Kensington is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Central London to South Kensington is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and South Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wilkes Road and arriving at Queens Gate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Central London and South Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Northfields station station and arriving at Gloucester Road station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Central London to South Kensington?

The distance between Central London and South Kensington is 7 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central London to South Kensington without a car is to subway which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £21.

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

The subway from Northfields station to Gloucester Road station takes 20 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Central London to South Kensington bus arrive?

Central London to South Kensington bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Queens Gate station.

Where does the Central London to South Kensington train arrive?

Central London to South Kensington train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Gloucester Road station.

Can I drive from Central London to South Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to South Kensington is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Central London to South Kensington.

Where can I stay near South Kensington?

There are 21911+ hotels available in South Kensington.

Central London to South Kensington - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to Gloucester Road stationsubway Piccadilly
20 min
£5–21
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Wilkes Road to Queens Gatebus N9
27 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to South Kensingtontaxi 6 mi
12 min
£45–60
Drive 6 mi
1. Drive from Central London to South Kensingtoncar 6 mi
12 min
£2–3

Central London to South Kensington by subway

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Northfields station to Gloucester Road station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £5–21 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Wilkes Road to Queens Gate hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 27 min. Replacement Bus Service also services this route every 3 hours.

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