What is the cheapest way to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £25 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hammersmith Bus Station station and arriving at Kew Road / Victoria Gate. Services depart twice daily, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Kensington station station and arriving at Kew Gardens station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

The distance between Kensington and Kew Royal Botanic Gardens is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.2 miles.

How do I travel from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens without a car?

The best way to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens without a car is to subway which takes 24 min and costs £3 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

The subway from West Kensington station to Kew Gardens station takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens bus from?

Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens train from?

Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Kensington station.

Where does the Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens bus arrive?

Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Kew Road / Victoria Gate station.

Where does the Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens train arrive?

Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Kew Gardens station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens is 5 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens.

Where can I stay near Kew Royal Botanic Gardens?

There are 21511+ hotels available in Kew Royal Botanic Gardens.

Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens - 6 ways to travel via subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from West Kensington station to Kew Gardens stationsubway District
24 min
£3–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Kew Road / Victoria Gatebus Dl-3
30 min
£2
Bus via The Design Museum
1. Take the bus from The Design Museum to Watermans Centrebus N9
55 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardenstaxi 5.2 mi
12 min
£25–31
Drive 5.2 mi
1. Drive from Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardenscar 5.2 mi
12 min
£2
Line 110 bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Kew Gardens Roadbus 110
39 min
£2

Kensington to Kew Royal Botanic Gardens by subway and foot

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Kensington, England and Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from West Kensington station to Kew Gardens station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–14 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Kew Road / Victoria Gate twice daily. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 24 min.

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