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

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Islington is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Islington is to train which takes 8 min and costs £2 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Islington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Kensington Station station and arriving at Russell Square Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Islington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Farringdon Without. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Islington?

The distance between Kensington and Islington is 4 miles. The road distance is 5.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kensington to Islington without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs £2 - £6.

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

The train from London Paddington to Farringdon Without takes 8 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Islington bus from?

Kensington to Islington bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from South Kensington Station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Islington train from?

Kensington to Islington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Kensington to Islington?

The best way to get from Kensington to Islington is to train which takes 8 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £18 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Kensington to Islington bus arrive?

Kensington to Islington bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Russell Square Station.

Where does the Kensington to Islington train arrive?

Kensington to Islington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Farringdon Without station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Islington?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Islington is 6 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Kensington to Islington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Islington?

There are 20999+ hotels available in Islington.

Can I share a ride from Kensington to Islington?

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

Kensington to Islington - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and foot

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There are 7 ways to get from Kensington to Islington by train, bus, rideshare, foot, subway, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Farringdon Withouttrain Elizabeth
8 min
£2–6
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Kensington Station to Russell Square Stationbus 14
32 min
£1–18
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Greater London to Londonrideshare 2.1 mi
19 min
£3
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kensington to Islingtonwalk 5.4 mi
1h 44m
Subway
1. Take the subway from Earl's Court station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
22 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Islingtontaxi 5.6 mi
19 min
£29–35
Drive 5.6 mi
1. Drive from Kensington to Islingtoncar 5.6 mi
19 min
£2

Kensington to Islington by train

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Distance: 3.5 mi
Duration: 8 min

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

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from London Paddington to Farringdon Without every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 8 min. London Overground also services this route every 20 minutes. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from South Kensington Station to Russell Square Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–18 and the journey takes 32 min. Five other operators also service this route.

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