What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £110 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Kensington Palace?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Kensington Palace. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Kensington Palace?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Kensington Palace is 17 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £11 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace?

The train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Paddington takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace is to train which takes 46 min and costs £11 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Kensington Palace station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace is 15 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace.

Where can I stay near Kensington Palace?

There are 21979+ hotels available in Kensington Palace.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington
46 min
£11–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palacebus N9
1h 19m
£2
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Gloucester Road stationsubway Piccadilly
1h 1m
£13–55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palacetaxi 14.9 mi
30 min
£110–140
Drive 14.9 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palacecar 14.9 mi
30 min
£4–6
Bus via High Street Kensington Station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to High Street Kensington Stationbus N9
1h 23m
£2

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Kensington Palace, England?

Heathrow Express operates a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Paddington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £32–36 and the journey takes 20 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palace hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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