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

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Royal Observatory is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Royal Observatory is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Kensington to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Earls Court Road and arriving at Greenwich Park via Whitehall / Horseguards Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct ferry between Kensington and Royal Observatory?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Battersea Power Station Pier station and arriving at Greenwich Pier. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from Kensington station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from High Street Kensington station and arriving at Maze Hill via London Cannon Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Royal Observatory?

The distance between Kensington and Royal Observatory is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kensington to Royal Observatory without a car is to subway and train via London Cannon Street which takes 52 min and costs £6 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Kensington to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

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

Kensington to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Earls Court Road station.

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

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

Where does the Kensington to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

Kensington to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Whitehall / Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the Kensington to Royal Observatory train arrive?

Kensington to Royal Observatory train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Cannon Street station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Royal Observatory is 10 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Kensington to Royal Observatory.

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Kensington to Royal Observatory - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and ferry

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

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Subway, train via London Cannon Street
best
1. Take the subway from High Street Kensington station to Cannon Street stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Cannon Street to Maze Hilltrain London Cannon Street - Dartford / ...
52 min
£6–22
Drive 10.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kensington to Royal Observatorycar 10.2 mi
30 min
£3–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Battersea Power Station Pier to Greenwich Pierferry Rb6 / ...
1h 21m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Earls Court Road to Whitehall / Trafalgar Squarebus N97
2. Take the bus from Whitehall / Horseguards Avenue to Greenwich Parkbus N53
1h 28m
£4–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Royal Observatorytaxi 10.2 mi
30 min
£45–55
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from High Street Kensington station to Blackfriars stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Maze Hilltrain St Albans City - Gillingham / ...
1h 5m
£6–21
Line 9 bus, line 188 bus
1. Take the bus from The Design Museum to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to National Maritime Museumbus 188 / ...
1h 53m
£3–47

Kensington to Royal Observatory by bus and foot

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Distance: 10.6 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Battersea Power Station Pier to Greenwich Pier every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Earls Court Road to Royal Observatory via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square, Whitehall / Horseguards Avenue, and Greenwich Park in around 1h 28m.

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