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Kew - Travel
Richmond and Kew, considering they are both outside the confines of London, are very well supplied by train, tube, bus, and boat, and reasonably well served by road. There is, however, very little parking nearby, so it is suggested that you come by public transport.
Rail There are several Rail stations around Kew and Richmond. Kew is served by Kew Bridge and Kew Gardens, whilst Richmond station imposes itself heavily on the area. Other stations close by are North Sheen and Mortlake. All the stations mentioned are located in or close to the centre of Richmond and Kew. Richmond Park and Ham are not in possession of a station at all.
Bus
| Bus Route |
From/To |
Terminating or Midstop |
| 33 |
Hammersmith to Fulwell |
Midstop (Richmond) |
| 190 |
West Brompton to Richmond |
Stops Richmond |
| 209 |
Hammersmith to Mortlake |
Stops Mortlake |
| 391 |
Fulham Broadway to Richmond |
Stops Richmond |
| 490 |
Hatton Cross |
Stops Richmond |
| R69 |
Hammersmith to Richmond |
Stops Richmond |
River Boats Via Richmond and Kew
Embarks from Wesminster Pier, Victoria Embankment London SW1. River Cruise departs 7 days a week at 10.30, 11.15 and 12.00 noon via Kew, Richmond & Hampton Court. 2.00pm sailing via Kew only. For further information telephone 020 7930 2062 or 020 7930 4721.
Road From the west take the A4 or M4 past Kew Bridge. From the west take the M3 into Middlesex. and then the A316 through Richmond. From the outskirts of London take the A205 South Circular Road past Richmond and Kew Bridge. From the south-west take the A3 which passes close by Richmond in Wandsworth. From the north take the A10, M11, A1 or M1 which connect with the North Circular Road, which, in turn, leads into the South Circular Road. From the south take the A24 or A23 which connect with the South Circular Road. From the east take the A2, A12, or A13 which connect with the South Circular Road.
Tubes Both Kew and Richmond are served by one tube stop each. For Kew, you stop at Kew Gardens station (District line), and for Richmond you stop at Richmond station (District line), which in fact shares the same location as the Richmond train station.
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