What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia is to line 9 bus which costs £2 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Kensington Olympia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Kensington. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Kensington Olympia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Embankment station station and arriving at Kensington. Services depart three times a day, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia?

The distance between Charing Cross and Kensington Olympia is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia without a car is to subway which takes 19 min and costs £4 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia?

The subway from Embankment station to Kensington takes 19 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia bus from?

Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia train from?

Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Embankment station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Kensington station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia train arrive?

Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Kensington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia?

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Where can I stay near Kensington Olympia?

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Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia - 6 ways to travel via subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to Kensingtonsubway District
19 min
£4–17
Line 9 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Kensingtonbus N9 / ...
38 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympiataxi 4.6 mi
15 min
£35–50
Walk
1. Take the walk from Charing Cross to Kensington Olympiawalk 4.2 mi
1h 20m
Subway via West Brompton station
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to West Brompton stationsubway District
24 min
£5–18
Subway via West Kensington station
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to West Kensington stationsubway District
29 min
£4–16

Charing Cross to Kensington Olympia by bus and foot

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Kensington Olympia, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Embankment station to Kensington 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4–17 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Trafalgar Square to Kensington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 34 min.

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