What is the cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square?

The cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square is to bus which costs £1 - £16 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square?

The fastest way to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between South Kensington and Trafalgar Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Gate and arriving at Trafalgar Square. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between South Kensington and Trafalgar Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester Road station station and arriving at Embankment station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square?

The distance between South Kensington and Trafalgar Square is 3 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square without a car is to subway via Charing Cross station which takes 12 min and costs £3 - £12.

How long does it take to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square?

It takes approximately 12 min to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Trafalgar Square bus from?

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

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Trafalgar Square train from?

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

Where does the South Kensington to Trafalgar Square bus arrive?

South Kensington to Trafalgar Square bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the South Kensington to Trafalgar Square train arrive?

South Kensington to Trafalgar Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Embankment station.

Where can I stay near Trafalgar Square?

There are 21932+ hotels available in Trafalgar Square.

Can I share a ride from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square?

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

South Kensington to Trafalgar Square - 6 ways to travel via subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from South Kensington to Trafalgar Square by subway, bus, rideshare, foot, or taxi

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Subway via Charing Cross station
best
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Embankment stationsubway Circle / ...
12 min
£4–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queens Gate to Trafalgar Squarebus N9 / ...
28 min
£1–16
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Greater London to Londonrideshare 2.1 mi
20 min
£3
Walk
1. Take the walk from South Kensington to Trafalgar Squarewalk 2.8 mi
54 min
Subway
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Embankment stationsubway Circle / ...
16 min
£2–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Kensington to Trafalgar Squaretaxi 2.8 mi
9 min
£25–30

South Kensington to Trafalgar Square by subway and foot

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Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between South Kensington, England and Trafalgar Square, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Gloucester Road station to Embankment station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–11 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Queens Gate to Trafalgar Square every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 27 min. Go Ahead London also services this route hourly.

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