What is the cheapest way to get from West Kensington to Old Street?

The cheapest way to get from West Kensington to Old Street is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from West Kensington to Old Street?

The fastest way to get from West Kensington to Old Street is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between West Kensington and Old Street?

No, there is no direct bus from West Kensington to Old Street station. However, there are services departing from Holland Road and arriving at Shoreditch Fire Station via Aldwych / Drury Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between West Kensington and Old Street?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hammersmith and arriving at Moorgate station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from West Kensington to Old Street?

The distance between West Kensington and Old Street is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

How do I travel from West Kensington to Old Street without a car?

The best way to get from West Kensington to Old Street without a car is to subway which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £22.

How long does it take to get from West Kensington to Old Street?

It takes approximately 27 min to get from West Kensington to Old Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Kensington to Old Street bus from?

West Kensington to Old Street bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Holland Road station.

Where do I catch the West Kensington to Old Street train from?

West Kensington to Old Street train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Kensington station.

Where does the West Kensington to Old Street bus arrive?

West Kensington to Old Street bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the West Kensington to Old Street train arrive?

West Kensington to Old Street train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Cannon Street station.

Can I drive from West Kensington to Old Street?

Yes, the driving distance between West Kensington to Old Street is 6 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from West Kensington to Old Street.

Where can I stay near Old Street?

There are 21932+ hotels available in Old Street.

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There are 7 ways to get from West Kensington to Old Street by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from West Kensington station to Cannon Street stationsubway District
27 min
£6–22
Drive 6.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Kensington to Old Streetcar 6.1 mi
20 min
£2–3
Bus, line 243 bus
1. Take the bus from Holland Road to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Drury Lane to Shoreditch Fire Stationbus 243
46 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Kensington to Old Streettaxi 6.1 mi
20 min
£60–75
Subway via Hammersmith
1. Take the subway from Hammersmith to Moorgate stationsubway Circle / ...
31 min
£6–24
Subway, line 205 bus
1. Take the subway from West Kensington station to Whitechapel stationsubway Circle / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel Station / Royal London Hospital to Old Street Stationbus N205 / ...
55 min
£8–26
Line 27 bus, line 205 bus
1. Take the bus from Kensington to Baker Street Stationbus 27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Baker Street Station to Shoreditch Fire Stationbus N205 / ...
1h 10m
£4

West Kensington to Old Street by subway

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Distance: 7.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between West Kensington, England and Old Street, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from West Kensington station to Cannon Street station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £5–19 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Holland Road to Shoreditch Fire Station via Aldwych / Drury Lane in around 46 min.

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