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

The cheapest way to get from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £100 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Hackney Central Station and South Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from Hackney Central Station station to South Kensington. However, there are services departing from Hackney Central Station and arriving at Dean Street / Chinatown via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Hackney Central Station and South Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hackney Central and arriving at West Brompton. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington?

The distance between Hackney Central Station and South Kensington is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

Hackney Central Station to South Kensington bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Hackney Central Station.

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

Hackney Central Station to South Kensington train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Hackney Central station.

Train or bus from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington?

The best way to get from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington is to line 38 bus which takes 56 min and costs £3 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £29 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Hackney Central Station to South Kensington bus arrive?

Hackney Central Station to South Kensington bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Dean Street / Chinatown station.

Where does the Hackney Central Station to South Kensington train arrive?

Hackney Central Station to South Kensington train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at West Brompton station.

Can I drive from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Hackney Central Station to South Kensington is 8 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington.

How do I get a train ticket from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington?

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Hackney Central Station to South Kensington - 7 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington, including transfers.

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There are 7 ways to get from Hackney Central Station to South Kensington by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Hackney Central to Highbury & Islingtontrain
2. Take the subway from Highbury & Islington station to Victoria stationsubway
3. Take the subway from Victoria station to Gloucester Road stationsubway
28 min
£6–25
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hackney Central Station to South Kensingtoncar 7.8 mi
26 min
£2–3
Line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Hackney Central Station to Dean Street / Chinatownbus 38 / ...
56 min
£4–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hackney Central Station to South Kensingtontaxi 7.8 mi
26 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Hackney Central to West Bromptontrain Stratford
46 min
£11–29
Line 30 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Trelawney Estate to King's Cross St. Pancras stationbus 30
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Gloucester Road stationsubway Piccadilly
1h 1m
£5–15
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hackney Central Station to Trocadero / Haymarketbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Gloucester Roadbus N97
1h 29m
£3–18

Hackney Central Station to South Kensington by train and subway

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Hackney Central Station to Dean Street / Chinatown every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, London Overground operates a train from Hackney Central to West Brompton every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 46 min.

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