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

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Watford is to bus and line 142 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Watford is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Kensington to Watford. However, there are services departing from Sussex Gardens and arriving at King Street via Stanmore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kensington (Olympia) and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Watford?

The distance between Kensington and Watford is 15 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kensington to Watford without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £15.

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

The train from Kensington (Olympia) to Watford Junction takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Watford bus from?

Kensington to Watford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Sussex Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Watford train from?

Kensington to Watford train services, operated by Southern, depart from Kensington (Olympia) station.

Train or bus from Kensington to Watford?

The best way to get from Kensington to Watford is to train which takes 30 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus and line 142 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Kensington to Watford bus arrive?

Kensington to Watford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Stanmore Station.

Where does the Kensington to Watford train arrive?

Kensington to Watford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Watford Junction station.

Can I drive from Kensington to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Kensington to Watford is 17 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Kensington to Watford.

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

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Kensington to Watford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 142 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kensington to Watford by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kensington (Olympia) to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
30 min
£7–15
Bus, line 142 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sussex Gardens to Stanmore Stationbus N98
2. Take the bus from Stanmore Station to King Streetbus 142
1h 18m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Watfordtaxi 16.5 mi
34 min
£70–85
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Kensington to Watfordcar 16.5 mi
34 min
£4–6
Subway, line 258 bus
1. Take the subway from Earl's Court station to South Harrow stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from South Harrow Bus Station to St Mary's Roadbus 258
1h 28m
£12–35

Kensington to Watford by train

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Southern operates a train from Kensington (Olympia) to Watford Junction hourly. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sussex Gardens to King Street via Stanmore Station in around 1h 18m.

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