What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £110 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Kingston upon Thames?

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant and Castle station to Kingston upon Thames station. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle Station and arriving at Fairfield Bus Station via Vauxhall Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Kingston upon Thames?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Kingston. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Kingston upon Thames is 13 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Elephant & Castle Station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames train from?

Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames is to bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £2 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £14 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Vauxhall Bus Station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Kingston station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames is 12 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames?

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Where can I stay near Kingston upon Thames?

There are 20044+ hotels available in Kingston upon Thames.

Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames by bus, train, taxi, car, or subway

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Vauxhall Bus Stationbus 196
2. Take the train from Vauxhall to Kingstontrain London Waterloo - London Waterloo / ...
42 min
£6–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Vauxhall Bus Stationbus 196
2. Take the bus from Vauxhall Bus Station to Fairfield Bus Stationbus N87
1h 21m
£3–84
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thamestaxi 11.9 mi
32 min
£110–140
Drive 11.9 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thamescar 11.9 mi
32 min
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Kingstontrain London Waterloo - Windsor & Eton Riverside / ...
45 min
£6–14
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Elephant & Castle station to Morden stationsubway Northern
2. Take the bus from Harland Close to Eden Streetbus K5
1h 53m
£9–28

Elephant and Castle to Kingston upon Thames by bus and train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England and Kingston upon Thames, England?

You can take a bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Fairfield Bus Station via Vauxhall Bus Station in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Kingston every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 45 min.

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