What is the cheapest way to get from London to King Cross?

The cheapest way to get from London to King Cross is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to King Cross?

The fastest way to get from London to King Cross is to train via Leeds which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between London and King Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from London to King Cross. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at King Cross via Leeds City Bus Station and Halifax Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between London and King Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Halifax. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from London to King Cross?

The distance between London and King Cross is 203 miles. The road distance is 197.8 miles.

How do I travel from London to King Cross without a car?

The best way to get from London to King Cross without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £100.

How long does it take to get from London to King Cross?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from London to King Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to King Cross bus from?

London to King Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to King Cross train from?

London to King Cross train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from London to King Cross?

The best way to get from London to King Cross is to train via Leeds which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 508 bus, which costs and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the London to King Cross bus arrive?

London to King Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the London to King Cross train arrive?

London to King Cross train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from London to King Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between London to King Cross is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from London to King Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from London to King Cross?

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Where can I stay near King Cross?

There are 2571+ hotels available in King Cross.

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There are 5 ways to get from London to King Cross by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 50m
£67–96
Drive 196.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to King Crosscar 196.7 mi
3h 42m
£49–70
Bus, line 508 bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk002 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 508
6h 27m
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
4h 21m
£79–297
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Halifaxtrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
2h 56m
£55–80

London to King Cross by train

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Distance: 201.9 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between London, England and King Cross, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to King Cross via Leeds City Bus Station and Halifax Bus Station in around 6h 27m.

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