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

The cheapest way to get from London to King Cross is to bus via Leeds City Bus Station which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 25m.

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 which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £110.

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 25m.

Is there a direct train between London and King Cross?

No, there is no direct train from London to King Cross. However, there are services departing from King's Cross and arriving at Halifax via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from London to King Cross?

The distance between London and King Cross is 203 miles. The road distance is 198.3 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 which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m 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 which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds City Bus Station, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the London to King Cross bus arrive?

London to King Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus 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 41m 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?

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There are 6 ways to get from London to King Cross by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2h 49m
£70–101
Bus via Leeds City Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
6h 25m
£22–40
Drive 197.1 mi
1. Drive from London to King Crosscar 197.1 mi
3h 41m
£48–70
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, 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 11m
£81–303
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Halifax Bus Stationbus 564 / ...
7h 14m
£35–95
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
5h 10m
£117–261

London to King Cross by train

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Distance: 201.9 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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