What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Kensington?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Kensington is to bus which costs £2 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Kensington?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Kensington is to train which takes 16 min and costs £10 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at West Cromwell Road / Tesco. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Heathrow to Kensington?

The distance between Heathrow and Kensington is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Kensington without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £10 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Kensington?

The train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to London Paddington takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Kensington bus from?

Heathrow to Kensington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Kensington train from?

Heathrow to Kensington train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Kensington?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Kensington is to train which takes 16 min and costs £10 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Heathrow to Kensington bus arrive?

Heathrow to Kensington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at West Cromwell Road / Tesco station.

Where does the Heathrow to Kensington train arrive?

Heathrow to Kensington train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Kensington is 13 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Heathrow to Kensington.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow to Kensington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow to Kensington?

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Where can I stay near Kensington?

There are 21969+ hotels available in Kensington.

Heathrow to Kensington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to Kensington by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington / ...
16 min
£10–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Cromwell Road / Tescobus 025 / ...
45 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow to Kensingtontaxi 12.7 mi
25 min
£55–65
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Kensingtoncar 12.7 mi
25 min
£4–5
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Earl's Court stationsubway Piccadilly
36 min
£10–45

Heathrow to Kensington by train

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Kensington, England?

Heathrow Express operates a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to London Paddington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £28–32 and the journey takes 16 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Cromwell Road / Tesco every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 45 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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