Trains to London Victoria

A Grade II-listed building since 1970, the large station building has all you need for a smooth journey. Commuters can use the free WiFi, find help at the information points and buy train tickets at the machine across the concourse. The ticket office is also open 06:30–22:00 from Monday to Sunday. While you wait for your train, many seats and shops are available around the station, with some seating including USB and plug sockets.

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Situated in London’s West End, Victoria station has several connections to the rest of the capital. The Tube station is on the Circle, District and Victoria lines. The forecourt has a bus station, and national and international coaches stop at Victoria Coach Station, located about 600 metres down Buckingham Palace Road.

The station has two pick-up and drop-off points by the Hudson’s Place entrance and Terminus Place opposite the bus station and taxi rank. A large car park is on Eccleston Road, and there is no charge if it is used as a drop-off point and the driver stays in the car. Cyclists can use the racks at the front of the station and the upper-level entrance by the taxi rank.

Victoria station is served by commuter and regional services to and from south and south-east London, Kent, Sussex and parts of Surrey and Hampshire. There are also services to Gatwick Airport. Book train tickets as early as possible for the best deals.

Gatwick Airport to London Victoria

Worthing to London Victoria

Brighton to London Victoria

On average, it takes just over one hour to get to Victoria station from Brighton, and there are over 50 trains every day.

East Grinstead to London Victoria

There are about 32 trains from East Grinstead to Victoria daily, and the average journey time is 56 minutes.

Victoria station is a key stop for visitors and tourists. London’s iconic attractions are at its doorstep. Take a stroll to see Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. For shopping, the Cardinal Place and Victoria Place shopping centres have a selection of high-street favourites as well as places to relax.

One of the most popular things to do in the West End is to discover the theatres, and some of the city’s best shows are a short walk away from the station. The hit musicals Wicked and Hamilton are staged at the Apollo Victoria and Victoria Palace theatres, respectively.

What are the food options at Victoria station?

London Victoria station has a range of food outlets, including places for a quick bite like Pret A Manger, pub food (The Victoria Pub) and even sushi.

Is there luggage storage at Victoria station?

Yes, the left luggage service, run by the Excess Baggage company, is located near platform 8. You can pre-book storage or drop off items on the day.

What hotels are near London Victoria station?

There are plenty of places to stay, from more affordable options like The Z Hotel to luxury stays at The Windermere or The Clermont.

Where do coaches arrive at Victoria?

Victoria Coach Station is a short ten-minute walk away from the rail station. Some coaches also stop at bus stops near the stations.