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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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