What is the cheapest way to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle is to line 148 bus which costs £2 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Hammersmith and Elephant and Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shepherd's Bush and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Hammersmith and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle station. However, there are services departing from Hammersmith and arriving at Elephant & Castle station via Embankment station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Hammersmith and Elephant and Castle is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.1 miles.

How do I travel from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle without a car is to subway which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle?

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by First Bus London, depart from Shepherd's Bush station.

Where do I catch the Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle train from?

Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Hammersmith station.

Where does the Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by First Bus London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / London Road station.

Where does the Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Embankment station.

Can I drive from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle is 6 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle.

Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 21359+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

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There are 6 ways to get from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castle by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Hammersmith to Embankment stationsubway District
2. Take the subway from Embankment station to Elephant & Castle stationsubway Bakerloo
27 min
£5–17
Line 148 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shepherd's Bush to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 148
58 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castletaxi 6.1 mi
19 min
£60–75
Drive 6.1 mi
1. Drive from Hammersmith to Elephant and Castlecar 6.1 mi
19 min
£2–3
Bus, line 176 bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Charing Crossbus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 176 / ...
1h
£3–40
Line 211 bus, line 344 bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Battersea Power Station stationbus 211
2. Take the bus from Battersea Power Station station to Elephant & Castle / Newington Causewaybus 344
1h 21m
£4

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Distance: 6.8 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Hammersmith, England and Elephant and Castle, England?

You can take a subway from Hammersmith to Elephant & Castle station via Embankment station in around 27 min. Alternatively, First Bus London operates a bus from Shepherd's Bush to Elephant & Castle / London Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 58 min.

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