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

The cheapest way to get from Shiplake to Kensington is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiplake to Kensington is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Shiplake and Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from Shiplake to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Shiplake College and arriving at West Cromwell Road / Tesco via Reading RailAir and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Shiplake and Kensington?

No, there is no direct train from Shiplake to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Wargrave and arriving at London Paddington via Twyford Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Shiplake to Kensington?

The distance between Shiplake and Kensington is 41 miles. The road distance is 36.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shiplake to Kensington without a car is to line 28 bus and train which takes 50 min and costs £15 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Shiplake to Kensington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiplake to Kensington bus from?

Shiplake to Kensington bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Shiplake to Kensington train from?

Shiplake to Kensington train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Twyford Station.

Train or bus from Shiplake to Kensington?

The best way to get from Shiplake to Kensington is to bus and line 035 bus which takes 2h 36m and costs £29 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Shiplake to Kensington bus arrive?

Shiplake to Kensington bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Shiplake to Kensington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiplake to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiplake to Kensington is 37 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Shiplake to Kensington.

Where can I stay near Kensington?

There are 21133+ hotels available in Kensington.

Shiplake to Kensington - 6 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, and bus

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

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Line 28 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Shiplake College to Forbury Roadbus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
50 min
£16–57
Drive 36.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiplake to Kensingtoncar 36.3 mi
50 min
£10–14
Bus, line 035 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Cromwell Road / Tescobus 444 / ...
2h 36m
£30–41
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiplake to Kensingtontaxi 36.3 mi
50 min
£160–190
Train
1. Take the train from Twyford Station to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth / ...
1h 21m
£46–90
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to Earl's Court stationsubway District
2h 12m
£18–32

Shiplake to Kensington by bus and train

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Distance: 40.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a bus from Shiplake College to West Cromwell Road / Tesco via Forbury Road, Reading RailAir, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Twyford Station to London Paddington every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £23–50 and the journey takes 52 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly.

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