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Getting to the RCM
For a map showing the location of the RCM click here.
Travelling by public transport
Underground
The nearest underground station is South Kensington, which is about 10 minutes' walk from the RCM. South Kensington is on the District, Circle and Picadilly lines. Gloucester Road and High Street Kensington stations are both approximately 15 minutes' walk from the RCM.
Mainline railway
The nearest mainline railway stations are Paddington and Victoria.
Bus
Buses 9, 10, 52 and 452 pass the Royal Albert Hall, whilst 9a runs from Palace Gate and 70 comes along Queen's Gate. The number 360 stops directly outside the RCM on Prince Consort Road. Many other services run to South Kensington, Kensington High Street or Knightsbridge from surrounding areas.
There is a comprehensive system of night buses from Central London to the suburbs during the night. The N9 and N52 pass the Royal Albert Hall and connect with other routes at Trafalgar Square.
Travelling by road
There is metered parking on Prince Consort Road and the surrounding area. It costs £3 per hour for a maximum of three hours and is free after 6.30pm and on Sundays.
There are a limited number of disabled parking spaces on Prince Consort Road and Exhibition Road.
There are designated motorbike bays in the area surrounding the Royal Albert Hall.
NB: As of January 2011, the RCM is no longer in the London Congestion Charging Zone.
Taxis
Taxis can be ordered at the reception during regular office hours. Taxis can be easily hailed from Kensington Gore in the area surrounding the Royal Albert Hall.
Coaches
Coaches can drop off and collect immediately outside the Prince Consort Road entrance, subject to prior notification, and outside door 9 of the Royal Albert Hall.
There are coach parking bays on Exhibition Road.
Further information
The following websites will provide you with live information on public transport services:
