How long does it take from Cockfosters to King's Cross St. Pancras by metro?

The journey from Cockfosters to King's Cross St. Pancras takes approximately 9 minutes by London Underground, covering 4.27 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cockfosters to King's Cross St. Pancras?

The token fare from Cockfosters to King's Cross St. Pancras is £2.8. With a smart card the fare is £2.4 (save £0.4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's £2.1.

Which platform at Cockfosters for King's Cross St. Pancras?

At Cockfosters, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Heathrow Terminals. Look for the electronic board showing "Heathrow Terminals".

What is the last train from Cockfosters to King's Cross St. Pancras?

The last train from Cockfosters towards Heathrow Terminals departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from King's Cross St. Pancras back towards Cockfosters departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Cockfosters to King's Cross St. Pancras?

There are 2 stops between Cockfosters and King's Cross St. Pancras on the Piccadilly Line. The stations are: Cockfosters, Finsbury Park, King's Cross St. Pancras.

Cockfosters To King's Cross St. Pancras

ShortestShortest Route

Cockfosters

Platform 1·underground·Piccadilly LineTowards Heathrow Terminals

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Finsbury Park

aqua interchange

+4.37 min

4.37 min · 2.13 km

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.27 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

9 min

Total time

stops

4.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cockfosters	05:00	00:30	Towards Heathrow Terminals
King's Cross St. Pancras	05:00	00:30	Towards Cockfosters

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

£2.8

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

£2.4

Save £0.4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

£2.1

Save £0.7 per ride

Use your London Underground smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.58 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.26 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~17 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

£2.8

Bike

£36

Auto

£82

Cab

£144

Estimates for 4.27 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Cockfosters

underground

Cockfosters, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Cockfosters exit 1· Cockfosters area♿

Cockfosters exit 2· Cockfosters area♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access

Arrival station

King's Cross St. Pancras

underground

King's Cross St. Pancras, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

King's Cross St. Pancras exit 1· King's Cross, St Pancras Intl♿

King's Cross St. Pancras exit 2· King's Cross, St Pancras Intl♿

King's Cross St. Pancras exit 3· King's Cross, St Pancras Intl♿

King's Cross St. Pancras exit 4· King's Cross, St Pancras Intl♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free accessTicket machinesShops