London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Tube

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for May 26

Cheapest price

$11

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

36 m

Average duration

36 m

Trains per day

22

Distance

3 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) without transferring at least once.

  • TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC37328+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross
    5:58 AM1h19
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:17 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $111One-way
    2 transfers
  • TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38371+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross
    6:04 AM1h19
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:23 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $111One-way
    2 transfers
  • TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38378+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross
    6:10 AM1h19
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:29 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $111One-way
    2 transfers
  • TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC37343+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross
    6:28 AM1h20
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:48 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $111One-way
    2 transfers
  • TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38394+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross
    6:20 AM1h21
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:41 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)
    $111One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $8.

Distance: 1 miles (3 km)

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Bus

$11

Average price

$7

Average price

Cheapest

1h 8m

Average total duration

38m

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30m

Additional time*

42m

Average total duration

Fastest

12m

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is a bus with an average price of $7 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX):

A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $11 (€9).

The fastest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by bus with an average journey time of 12m.

Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:

Train takes on average 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Kings Cross (KGX) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users.

Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwayL84175+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross5:22 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
5:59 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80567+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross5:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
6:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL82868+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross5:57 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC37328+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross5:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h19
7:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL81608+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38371+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross6:04 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h19
7:23 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL82307+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:06 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:42 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80918+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:45 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38378+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross6:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h19
7:29 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL82279+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
6:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38386+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross6:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h20
7:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL83254+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:17 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL80577+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
6:55 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38394+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross6:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h21
7:41 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL81371+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
6:56 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL84184+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:22 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
6:59 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL78874+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
7:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL82870+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:27 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
7:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC37343+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross6:28 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h20
7:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL83648+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h37
7:07 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81610+TubeTube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross6:33 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h36
7:09 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Stratford (London)+Elizabeth lineC38420+TubeTube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross6:34 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h19
7:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 1 miles (3 km) distance in 33m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Distance
1 miles (3 km)
Average train duration
38m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€7)
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
33m
First train
4:26 AM
Last train
6:37 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)

Train companies: Tube from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsTube trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€7), while the average price is around $11 (€9).
The train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) takes 33m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 1 miles (3 km).
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 4:26 AM.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 6:37 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
The train journey from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross is not particularly scenic as it primarily travels through urban areas and tunnels within central London.
Yes, a day trip from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross is feasible with a duration of 33m, a distance of 1 miles (3 km), and a frequency of 9 trips per day for trains.
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Since neither London Waterloo (WAT) nor London Kings Cross (KGX) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from London Kings Cross (KGX) include Cambridge, Stevenage, Peterborough, Knebworth, Welwyn Garden City.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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