What is the cheapest way to get from Kensington to Royal Docks?

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Royal Docks is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kensington to Royal Docks?

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Royal Docks is to train which takes 26 min and costs £8 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Royal Docks?

No, there is no direct bus from Kensington to Royal Docks. However, there are services departing from Haymarket / Jermyn Street and arriving at Constance Street via Canning Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct ferry between Kensington and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Battersea Power Station Pier station and arriving at Royal Wharf Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Royal Docks?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Woolwich Dockyard. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Royal Docks?

The distance between Kensington and Royal Docks is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Kensington to Royal Docks without a car?

The best way to get from Kensington to Royal Docks without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs £8 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Kensington to Royal Docks?

The train from London Paddington to Woolwich Dockyard takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Royal Docks bus from?

Kensington to Royal Docks bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Haymarket / Jermyn Street station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Royal Docks train from?

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

Train or bus from Kensington to Royal Docks?

The best way to get from Kensington to Royal Docks is to train which takes 26 min and costs £8 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 474 bus, which costs £2 - £70 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Kensington to Royal Docks bus arrive?

Kensington to Royal Docks bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Canning Town station.

Where does the Kensington to Royal Docks train arrive?

Kensington to Royal Docks train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Woolwich Dockyard station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Royal Docks?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Royal Docks is 12 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Kensington to Royal Docks.

How do I get a train ticket from Kensington to Royal Docks?

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Kensington to Royal Docks - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 474 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Kensington to Royal Docks by train, bus, ferry, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Woolwich Dockyardtrain Elizabeth
26 min
£8–18
Bus, line 474 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Haymarket / Jermyn Street to Canning Townbus N15
2. Take the bus from Canning Town to Constance Streetbus 474
1h 2m
£3–67
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Battersea Power Station Pier to Royal Wharf Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Royal Dockstaxi 11.7 mi
36 min
£60–80
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Kensington to Royal Dockscar 11.7 mi
36 min
£3–5
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from High Street Kensington station to Cannon Street stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from Bank DLR Station to London City Airport DLR Stationtrain Dlr
45 min
£7–21
Train, line 473 bus
1. Take the train from Kensington (Olympia) to Stratford (London)train Clapham Junction - Stratford / ...
2. Take the bus from Stratford Bus Station to Constance Streetbus 473
1h 28m
£14–58

Kensington to Royal Docks by train

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Distance: 12.2 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Kensington, England and Royal Docks, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from London Paddington to Woolwich Dockyard every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £8–18 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Haymarket / Jermyn Street to Constance Street via Canning Town in around 1h 2m.

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