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

The journey from Blackfriars to King's Cross St. Pancras takes approximately 14 minutes by London Underground, covering 6.74 km across 4 stops.

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

The token fare from Blackfriars 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 Blackfriars for King's Cross St. Pancras?

At Blackfriars, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Edgware Road. Look for the electronic board showing "Edgware Road".

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

The last train from Blackfriars towards Edgware Road departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from King's Cross St. Pancras back towards Blackfriars departs at 00:30.

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

There are 4 stops between Blackfriars and King's Cross St. Pancras on the Circle Line. The stations are: Blackfriars, Monument, Tower Hill, Liverpool Street, King's Cross St. Pancras.

Blackfriars To King's Cross St. Pancras

ShortestShortest Route

Blackfriars

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Circle LineTowards Edgware Road

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

Monument

green interchange

+3.55 min

3.55 min · 1.68 km

Tower Hill

green interchange

+7.12 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

Liverpool Street

red interchange

+10.69 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

King's Cross St. Pancras

aqua interchangeblue interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground6.74 km

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

Route on the map

4stops0changes

FromTo

Journey at a glance

14 min

Total time

stops

6.74 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Blackfriars	05:00	00:30	Towards Edgware Road
King's Cross St. Pancras	05:00	00:30	Towards Blackfriars

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

0.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.42 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~27 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

£3.4

Bike

£50

Auto

£110

Cab

£198

Estimates for 6.74 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Blackfriars

underground

Blackfriars, London, United Kingdom

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Blackfriars exit 1· Blackfriars♿

Blackfriars exit 2· Blackfriars♿

Blackfriars exit 3· Blackfriars♿

Blackfriars exit 4· Blackfriars♿

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

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