There are 5 ways to get from Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street by subway, bus, night bus, taxi or foot
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Subway • 11 min
£2 - £3
Cheapest option
Line 17 bus • 29 min
£2
3 alternative options
Night bus • 10 min
£2
Taxi • 7 min
£10 - £12
Walk • 44 min
Travel safe during COVID-19
Rules to follow in United Kingdom
2m
Mandatory
Travel within United Kingdom
Nationwide control measures in place
COVID-19 help in United Kingdom
If you need help, visit the national COVID-19 website or call the COVID-19 Helpline 111
Frequently Asked Questions
There are currently travel restrictions within United Kingdom.
Explore options for future travelDomestic travel is restricted
- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Nationwide control measures in place
The UK currently has a restriction Tier system in place that can impact travel between areas.
Click here to view the Tier information in City of London, Old Broad StreetThe national COVID-19 helpline number in City of London, Old Broad Street is 111.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in City of London, Old Broad Street is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in City of London, Old Broad Street is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 111.
Last updated: 11 Jan 2021
Exceptions may apply, for full details: UK Government.
We're working around the clock to bring you the latest COVID-19 travel updates.
This information is compiled from official sources. To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.
Visit Rome2rio travel advice for general help.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street is to line 17 bus which costs £2 and takes 29 min.
The quickest way to get from Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street is to taxi which costs £10 - £12 and takes 7 min.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pentonville, King's Cross RdPentonville Rd and arriving at Cannon Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross St. Pancras station station and arriving at Bank station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.
The distance between Kings Cross and City of London, Old Broad Street is 2 miles.
The best way to get from Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street without a car is to subway which takes 11 min and costs £2 - £3.
The subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Bank station takes 7 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.
Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street bus services, operated by London Buses, depart from Pentonville, King's Cross RdPentonville Rd station.
Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from King's Cross St. Pancras station.
Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street bus services, operated by London Buses, arrive at Cannon Street station.

- Distance: 2 miles
- Duration: 11 min
What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and City of London, Old Broad Street, England?
London Underground (Tube) operates a vehicle from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Bank station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 - £3 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, London Buses operates a bus from Pentonville, King's Cross RdPentonville Rd to Cannon Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 23 min.

Comprised of 11 lines and 270 stations, the London Underground (known to locals as the Tube) is the most popular way to navigate the English capital, including to/from Heathrow Airport via the Piccadilly Line. Purchase an Oyster card (an electronic smartcard that you use to touch on and off at Tube stations) at any station for the cheapest fares. Most stations have WiFi, but not all trains and stations are air-conditioned. On weekends, a 24-hour service runs on selected lines.
Rome2rio's guide to London Underground (Tube)
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0343 222 1234
- Website
- tfl.gov.uk
Subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Bank station
- Ave. Duration
- 7 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- £2 - £3
- Website
- London Underground (Tube)

London’s bus network covers Greater London with a 24-hour service, allowing you to take in the famous monuments and streetscapes from an iconic red double-decker bus. All London buses are all cashless, so you will need an Oyster card, Travel card or use contactless payment. You can also purchase a one-day bus-only pass from Tube stations. On the bus, you only need to touch on with your Oyster card (not off).
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0343 222 1234
- Website
- tfl.gov.uk
Bus from Pentonville, King's Cross RdPentonville Rd to Cannon Street
- Ave. Duration
- 23 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- £2
- Website
- Transport for London
Night bus from Holborn, Procter Street to City of London, Bishopsgate City of London
- Ave. Duration
- 10 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £2
- Website
- Transport for London
- Ave. Duration
- 7 min
- Estimated price
- £10 - £12
Minicabs North London
- Phone
- +44 208 226 5472
- Website
- minicabsnorthlondon.co.uk
Tranzitt
- Phone
- +44 203 950 8070
- Website
- tranzitt.co.uk
The Keen Group
- Phone
- +44 20 8875 4994
- Website
- thekeengroup.co.uk
Station Cars Surrey
- Phone
- +44 20 8546 5555
- Website
- stationcarsnetwork.co.uk
One-Number Taxi
- Phone
- +44 871 871 8710
- Website
- the-london-taxi.com
Ola UK
- Phone
- +44 77 8745 4870
- Website
- olacabs.com
MyLifyt London Taxi
- Phone
- +44 20 7005 0090
- Website
- mylifyt.com
Licenced London Taxi
- Phone
- +44 20 3633 1777
- Website
- licensedlondontaxi.co.uk
Dial-A-Cab
- Phone
- +44 20 7253 5000
- Website
- dialacab.co.uk
Com Cab
- Phone
- +44 20 7908 0271
- Website
- comcab.co.uk
Celine Travel Ltd
- Phone
- +44 20 8050 3595
- Website
- celine-minicab.co.uk
Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom
Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Related travel guides
Travelling to the UK: What do I need to know?
From navigating the Tube to exploring by ferry, Rome2rio’s UK travel guides give you the lowdown on this tourist hotspot.
Read the travel guideThe London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube
From maps and child fares to Oyster cards and the Night Tube, Rome2rio has all the Tube tips you need
Read the travel guideHow do I buy a London Underground ticket?
A simple explanation of all your Tube ticket options, and, most importantly, which one to choose
Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
Kings Cross to City of London, Old Broad Street train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Bank station.
There are 30409+ hotels available in City of London, Old Broad Street. Prices start at £75 per night.