Where trains from King's Cross go
King's Cross is the London terminus of the East Coast Main Line. LNER trains run from here to Peterborough, York, Leeds, Newcastle and Edinburgh. Great Northern runs to Cambridge and Hertfordshire, and Thameslink services pass through the low-level platforms next door. St Pancras International, home of the Eurostar to Paris and Brussels, is across the road.
For Kingston residents, King's Cross is one of the hardest stations to reach by public transport. It usually means a train to Waterloo, then the Northern line or another Tube change. With luggage, a taxi from your front door to the station is far less tiring.
The route from Kingston
There is no quick way across London from the south-west to King's Cross. Depending on the traffic, the driver may go through Putney and Earls Court towards the Euston Road, or take the A3 to Vauxhall and cross the river towards Bloomsbury. Both routes take around the same time on a normal day. Your fare is fixed when you book, so the route choice does not change the price.
Timing your journey
Long-distance trains leave on time and the doors close shortly before departure. Aim to arrive at least 20 minutes before your train, and 30 or more if you need to collect tickets or have a lot of luggage. For the Eurostar at St Pancras, check-in and security close well before departure, so check your booking for the exact time.
| Time of travel | Typical drive from KT1 |
|---|---|
| Early morning | 50–60 min |
| Weekday rush hour | 80–100 min |
| Midday and evenings | 60–80 min |
Times are typical estimates.
Meeting a train at King's Cross
If you are coming home from Edinburgh or Leeds, give us the train time and where it is travelling from. We agree a meeting point near the station, and the driver calls you when they arrive. Late-evening arrivals are common, and a taxi straight back to Kingston saves a late Tube and train connection.
Travelling on to Scotland and the North
Many people heading from Kingston to Edinburgh or Newcastle consider flying, but the train from King's Cross takes you city centre to city centre. Combined with a taxi from your door, it can be a relaxing way to travel, with no airport security and more generous luggage limits. Plan the taxi to arrive in good time, because LNER trains often fill up and reserved seats are released if you are not on board.
Other journeys from King's Cross
The area around the station has changed hugely, with Granary Square, Coal Drops Yard and new offices and restaurants. We also carry passengers there for business meetings, university visits and events. If you are flying from Luton rather than taking the train, compare the drive. And if your train leaves from Euston, the next station along the Euston Road, check carefully which one you need.
King's Cross taxi questions
How long is the taxi ride from Kingston to King's Cross?
Usually 60 to 80 minutes, depending on traffic through central or west London. Allow more on weekday mornings.
Can you drop me at St Pancras instead?
Yes. St Pancras International is directly across the road from King's Cross. Tell us which station you need, especially if you are catching a Eurostar, so the driver goes to the right entrance.
Where will the driver drop me at King's Cross?
As close to the station as the road layout and traffic rules allow. Much of the area in front of the station is pedestrianised, so drop-offs are made on the surrounding streets, a short walk from the concourse.
Does the journey include the Congestion Charge?
King's Cross is on the edge of the central London charging zone, and some routes cross it. Ask when you book how the Congestion Charge is handled for your journey.