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 £8 - £13 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 train which takes 46 min and costs £13 - £50.

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 20m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Shiplake to Kensington?

The distance between Shiplake and Kensington is 33 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 train which takes 46 min and costs £13 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 46 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 Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Twyford station.

Train or bus from Shiplake to Kensington?

The best way to get from Shiplake to Kensington is to train which takes 46 min and costs £13 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 035 bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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 Great Western Railway (GWR), 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.

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

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Shiplake to Kensington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 035 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Twyford to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
46 min
£14–47
Drive 36.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiplake to Kensingtoncar 36.3 mi
50 min
£9–13
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 025 / ...
2h 20m
£31–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiplake to Kensingtontaxi 36.3 mi
50 min
£140–180
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 10m
£21–57

Shiplake to Kensington by train

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Twyford to London Paddington every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 33 min. Elizabeth Line (TfL) also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, 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 20m.

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