What is the cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Beckton?

The cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Beckton is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kensington to Beckton?

The fastest way to get from South Kensington to Beckton is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between South Kensington and Beckton?

No, there is no direct bus from South Kensington to Beckton. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Road and arriving at Kingsford Way via Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between South Kensington and Beckton?

No, there is no direct train from South Kensington station to Beckton station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Road station and arriving at Beckton DLR Station via Tower Gateway DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from South Kensington to Beckton?

The distance between South Kensington and Beckton is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Kensington to Beckton without a car?

The best way to get from South Kensington to Beckton without a car is to subway and train which takes 52 min and costs £6 - £21.

How long does it take to get from South Kensington to Beckton?

It takes approximately 52 min to get from South Kensington to Beckton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Beckton bus from?

South Kensington to Beckton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Gloucester Road station.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Beckton train from?

South Kensington to Beckton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Gloucester Road station.

Where does the South Kensington to Beckton bus arrive?

South Kensington to Beckton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the South Kensington to Beckton train arrive?

South Kensington to Beckton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Tower Hill station.

Can I drive from South Kensington to Beckton?

Yes, the driving distance between South Kensington to Beckton is 11 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from South Kensington to Beckton.

Where can I stay near Beckton?

There are 20779+ hotels available in Beckton.

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Tower Hill stationsubway Circle / ...
2. Take the train from Tower Gateway DLR Station to Beckton DLR Stationtrain Dlr
52 min
£6–20
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Kensington to Becktoncar 11.3 mi
34 min
£3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Road to Trafalgar Squarebus N97
2. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Kingsford Waybus N551
1h 42m
£4–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Kensington to Becktontaxi 11.3 mi
34 min
£85–110
Subway, line 262 bus
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Plaistow stationsubway District
2. Take the bus from Victoria Road to Kingsford Waybus 262
1h 2m
£9–44

South Kensington to Beckton by subway and train

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Distance: 12.3 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between South Kensington, England and Beckton, England?

You can take a bus from Gloucester Road to Kingsford Way via Trafalgar Square and Charing Cross in around 1h 42m.

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