What is the cheapest way to get from London Docklands to Kensington?

The cheapest way to get from London Docklands to Kensington is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from London Docklands to Kensington?

The fastest way to get from London Docklands to Kensington is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between London Docklands and Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from London Docklands station to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station and arriving at The Design Museum via Trafalgar Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct ferry between London Docklands and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Canary Wharf Pier and arriving at Battersea Power Station Pier station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between London Docklands and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canary Wharf and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from London Docklands to Kensington?

The distance between London Docklands and Kensington is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

How do I travel from London Docklands to Kensington without a car?

The best way to get from London Docklands to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from London Docklands to Kensington?

The train from Canary Wharf to London Paddington takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the London Docklands to Kensington bus from?

London Docklands to Kensington bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station.

Where do I catch the London Docklands to Kensington train from?

London Docklands to Kensington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Canary Wharf station.

Train or bus from London Docklands to Kensington?

The best way to get from London Docklands to Kensington is to train which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the London Docklands to Kensington bus arrive?

London Docklands to Kensington bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the London Docklands to Kensington train arrive?

London Docklands to Kensington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from London Docklands to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between London Docklands to Kensington is 9 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from London Docklands to Kensington.

How do I get a train ticket from London Docklands to Kensington?

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There are 6 ways to get from London Docklands to Kensington by train, subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canary Wharf to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
21 min
£5–11
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Docklands to Kensingtoncar 8.9 mi
29 min
£3–4
Subway, line 9 bus
1. Take the subway from Canary Wharf station to Green Park stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the bus from Green Park Station to The Design Museumbus N9 / ...
43 min
£7–22
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Canary Wharf Pier to Battersea Power Station Pierferry Rb1 / ...
1h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from London Docklands to Kensingtontaxi 8.9 mi
29 min
£40–50
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Canada Square South / Canary Wharf Station to Trafalgar Squarebus N550
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to The Design Museumbus N9 / ...
1h 8m
£4

London Docklands to Kensington by foot and train

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between London Docklands, England and Kensington, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Canary Wharf to London Paddington every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers operates a ferry from Canary Wharf Pier to Battersea Power Station Pier every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 52 min.

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