What is the cheapest way to get from Kensington to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £1 - £17 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kensington to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Charing Cross is to subway which takes 12 min and costs £3 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palace Gardens Terrace and arriving at Piccadilly Circus. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from High Street Kensington station station and arriving at Embankment station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Charing Cross?

The distance between Kensington and Charing Cross is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Kensington to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Kensington to Charing Cross without a car is to subway which takes 12 min and costs £3 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Kensington to Charing Cross?

The subway from High Street Kensington station to Embankment station takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Charing Cross bus from?

Kensington to Charing Cross bus services, operated by First Bus London, depart from Palace Gardens Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Charing Cross train from?

Kensington to Charing Cross train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from High Street Kensington station.

Where does the Kensington to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Kensington to Charing Cross bus services, operated by First Bus London, arrive at Piccadilly Circus station.

Where does the Kensington to Charing Cross train arrive?

Kensington to Charing Cross train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Embankment station.

Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 21978+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Kensington to Charing Cross?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Kensington and Charing Cross. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kensington to Charing Cross by subway, bus, rideshare, foot, or taxi

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from High Street Kensington station to Embankment stationsubway Circle
12 min
£3–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palace Gardens Terrace to Piccadilly Circusbus 94
28 min
£1–17
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Greater London to Londonrideshare 2.1 mi
19 min
£3
Walk
1. Take the foot from Kensington to Charing Crosswalk 3.5 mi
1h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Charing Crosstaxi 3.5 mi
12 min
£30–40

Kensington to Charing Cross by subway

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Distance: 3.6 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Kensington, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from High Street Kensington station to Embankment station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–13 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, First Bus London operates a bus from Palace Gardens Terrace to Piccadilly Circus every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 28 min. Four other operators also service this route.

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