What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square is to bus which costs £2 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £65 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Trafalgar Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wilkes Road and arriving at Charing Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Trafalgar Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Northfields station station and arriving at Leicester Square station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Central London to Trafalgar Square?

The distance between Central London and Trafalgar Square is 10 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square without a car is to subway which takes 36 min and costs £9 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square?

The subway from Northfields station to Leicester Square station takes 30 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Central London to Trafalgar Square bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Central London to Trafalgar Square train from?

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

Where does the Central London to Trafalgar Square bus arrive?

Central London to Trafalgar Square bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Central London to Trafalgar Square train arrive?

Central London to Trafalgar Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Leicester Square station.

Can I drive from Central London to Trafalgar Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Trafalgar Square is 9 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Central London to Trafalgar Square.

Where can I stay near Trafalgar Square?

There are 21977+ hotels available in Trafalgar Square.

Central London to Trafalgar Square - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Trafalgar Square by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Northfields station to Leicester Square stationsubway Piccadilly
36 min
£9–35
Bus via South Ealing Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Ealing Road to Horse Guards Paradebus N11
1h 2m
£1–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Road to Charing Crossbus N9
43 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central London to Trafalgar Squaretaxi 8.7 mi
21 min
£65–85
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Trafalgar Squarecar 8.7 mi
21 min
£3–4

Central London to Trafalgar Square by subway and foot

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Distance: 9.5 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Central London, England and Trafalgar Square, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Northfields station to Leicester Square station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £9–35 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Wilkes Road to Charing Cross hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 42 min.

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