What is the cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace?

The cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace is to line 702 bus which costs £2 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace?

The fastest way to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between South Kensington and Buckingham Palace?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Gate and arriving at Wilton Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between South Kensington and Buckingham Palace?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester Road station station and arriving at Victoria station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace?

The distance between South Kensington and Buckingham Palace is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace without a car is to subway which takes 11 min and costs £1 - £6.

How long does it take to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace?

The subway from Gloucester Road station to Victoria station takes 5 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Buckingham Palace bus from?

South Kensington to Buckingham Palace bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Queens Gate station.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Buckingham Palace train from?

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

Where does the South Kensington to Buckingham Palace bus arrive?

South Kensington to Buckingham Palace bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Wilton Street station.

Where does the South Kensington to Buckingham Palace train arrive?

South Kensington to Buckingham Palace train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Victoria station.

Where can I stay near Buckingham Palace?

There are 21911+ hotels available in Buckingham Palace.

Can I share a ride from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between South Kensington and Buckingham Palace. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from South Kensington to Buckingham Palace by subway, bus, taxi, foot, or rideshare

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Victoria stationsubway Circle / ...
11 min
£1–6
Line 52 bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Gate to Wilton Streetbus 52
23 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Kensington to Buckingham Palacetaxi 2.2 mi
7 min
£20–25
Walk
1. Take the walk from South Kensington to Buckingham Palacewalk 2.2 mi
41 min
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Road to Old Park Lane / Hard Rock Cafebus N97
19 min
£1–11
Line 702 bus
1. Take the bus from Phillimore Gardens to Buckingham Palace Road / Bressenden Placebus 702
30 min
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Greater London to Londonrideshare 2.1 mi
36 min
£3

South Kensington to Buckingham Palace by subway and foot

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Distance: 2.1 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between South Kensington, England and Buckingham Palace, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Gloucester Road station to Victoria station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–6 and the journey takes 5 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Queens Gate to Wilton Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 16 min.

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