What is the cheapest way to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace?

The cheapest way to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace?

The fastest way to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct train between The Shard and Kensington Palace?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bank station station and arriving at Queensway Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from The Shard to Kensington Palace?

The distance between The Shard and Kensington Palace is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.2 miles.

How do I travel from The Shard to Kensington Palace without a car?

The best way to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace without a car is to subway and line 9 bus which takes 37 min and costs £4 - £11.

How long does it take to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Shard to Kensington Palace train from?

The Shard to Kensington Palace train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Bank station.

Where does the The Shard to Kensington Palace train arrive?

The Shard to Kensington Palace train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Queensway Station.

Can I drive from The Shard to Kensington Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between The Shard to Kensington Palace is 5 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from The Shard to Kensington Palace.

Where can I stay near Kensington Palace?

There are 21916+ hotels available in Kensington Palace.

The Shard to Kensington Palace - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 9 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from The Shard to Kensington Palace by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, line 9 bus
best
1. Take the subway from London Bridge Station to Green Park stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the bus from Green Park Station to Kensington Palacebus N9 / ...
37 min
£4–11
Drive 5.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from The Shard to Kensington Palacecar 5.2 mi
18 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Shard to Kensington Palacetaxi 5.2 mi
18 min
£50–65
Subway
1. Take the subway from Bank station to Queensway Stationsubway Central
37 min
£3–15

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Distance: 5.3 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between The Shard, England and Kensington Palace, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Bank station to Queensway Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3–15 and the journey takes 16 min.

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