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

The journey from Whitechapel to King's Cross St. Pancras takes approximately 16 minutes by London Underground, covering 5.37 km across 3 stops.

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

The token fare from Whitechapel to King's Cross St. Pancras is £3.4. With a smart card the fare is £3 (save £0.4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's £2.7.

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

At Whitechapel, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Richmond. Look for the electronic board showing "Richmond".

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

The last train from Whitechapel towards Richmond departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from King's Cross St. Pancras back towards Whitechapel departs at 00:30.

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

There are 3 stops between Whitechapel and King's Cross St. Pancras on the District Line. The stations are: Whitechapel, Tower Hill.

Whitechapel To King's Cross St. Pancras

ShortestShortest Route

Whitechapel

Platform 2·underground·District LineTowards Richmond

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Tower Hill

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2 km

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

interchange Tower Hill — 5 min

Platform 3 · Circle Line ·Platform 1 Towards Edgware Road

+5 min

Tower Hill

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Edgware Road

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

Liverpool Street

red interchange

+3.57 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground3.37 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

16 min

Total time

stops

5.37 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Whitechapel	05:00	23:00	Towards Richmond
King's Cross St. Pancras	05:00	00:30	Towards Whitechapel

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

£3.4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

£3

Save £0.4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

£2.7

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

0.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.33 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

£3.4

Bike

£42

Auto

£94

Cab

£168

Estimates for 5.37 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Whitechapel

underground

Whitechapel, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

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