Getting to London Theatres By train
Catch trains to the London Theatres for a slice of West End magic.
LNR trains terminate at London Euston. From Euston, it's a quick hop on the Tube or a pleasant stroll to your chosen theatre in the heart of the West End.
Most shows wrap up by 10pm, giving you ample time to catch the last LNR train home from Euston (the last direct train to Birmingham leaves at 11:30pm). Matinees are an option if you want extra peace of mind, but evenings offer that special West End buzz. Just remember, plan your post-show encore wisely!
If you’re planning a late-night show, especially on weekends, consider booking your LNR ticket in advance to secure your return. Getting to the London Theatres is easy, so purchase your train tickets to London Euston, or for more information see our live departure and arrival times.
Stations
London Euston (EUS)
Address:Euston Road
London
Greater London
NW1 2RT
London Euston station information
| Staffing level | Full time |
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| CCTV | Yes |
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| Station operator | Network Rail |
| Ticket office opening times | The travel centre is on the left as you enter through the main entrance. Advanced bookings are available: Monday to Friday - 06:30 to 21:00Saturday - 08:30 to 21:00Sunday - 07:30 to 21:00 Advance bookings: Mon - Fri 0630 - 2100 Sat- 0830 - 2100 Sun 0730 - 2100
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| Pre-purchase collection | Yes |
| Ticket machine | Yes |
| Top up Oyster cards here | Yes |
| Oyster cards information | Oyster Cards can be bought and topped up at the Underground station. Other Oyster transactions available from service ticket machines operated by London Northwestern Railway. |
| Smartcards issued here | No |
| Validate Smartcards here | No |
| Travel card | Zone 1 |
| Penalty fares | NR |
| Customer service information | Monday-Sunday 07:00-23:00 Customers can seek information and assistance from the ticket office or the Mobility Assistance Reception. |
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| Left luggage | Available: Yes Telephone: 020 3468 4670 |
| Lost property | Telephone: 0330 024 0215
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| First class lounge opening times | Located Located on first floor, accessed via balcony. Step free to access Yes a platform lift for mobility impaired customers. Refreshments First Class customers can find a comfy seat and enjoy complimentary soft drinks, light snacks and newspapers. Lounge Availability You can enjoy the First Class Lounge up to two hours (see Note below) before your outward journey and for an hour after your inward journey on the travel date shown on your ticket. Note - Access time before your outward journey is reduced to one hour at peak times (15:00-19:00 on Thursdays and Fridays) for First Advance ticket holders only. Tickets Accepted: Avanti West Coast: Business, First Open or Advance First tickets. Caledonian Sleeper: First tickets. You can only enter the lounge on the travel date shown on your ticket. Please note that London Northwestern Railway first class tickets are not valid in this lounge. Concessions for Standard Class sleeper customers No
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| Seated area | No
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| Waiting room | Yes
Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18 |
| Trolleys | Yes
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| Station buffet | Coffee shop Café Coffee kiosk Food vending machine Public House/Bar Food outlet (Seating available) Food outlet (Seating unavailable) Yes
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| Toilets | Yes
These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast. |
| Baby changing facilities | Yes
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| Showers | Yes
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| Wifi | Find WiFi Hotspots around London Euston station Yes
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| Post box | Yes
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| Tourist information | Yes
Transport for London Visitor Centre I located on the main concourse. |
| ATM machine | Yes
Located outside the station Located on concourse Located outside main entrance |
| Shops | Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map . Yes
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| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here . Note: If you wish to book assistance but are not sure which train operator you are travelling with, you can call 0800 022 3720. On calling, you will be referred to the appropriate train operator. |
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| Staff help | Help is available from the Mobility Assistance Reception (if closed please use number on the reception door) or see any member of station staff. Mobility Assistance Reception is open 07:00-23:00 Monday to Saturday and 08:00-23:00 on Sunday. Disabled assistance is available to and from platforms, the car park and the taxi rank & drop off area. You can request this from the Mobility Assistance Reception that can be found on the main concourse between Boots & the ticket office or from any member of staff. It is preferred if assistance is booked 24 hour in advance using the following numbers of the train company you are travelling with:
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| Induction loop available | Yes |
| Ticket machine | Mobility Assistance will help passengers buying tickets if required. Yes
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| Accessible booking office counter available | Avanti West Coast have a height adjusted ticket counter which can be found in the ticket office on the left hand side of the Main Concourse when entering the station. Yes
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| Ramp for train access available | Yes
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| Accessible taxis information | The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground. |
| National Key toilets available | Yes
These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3. |
| Step free access | Suitable for disabled passengers. Level access to all platforms via ramps. Lifts provided between concourse, taxi & car park and London Underground ticket hall. Lift access is available to the Underground ticket hall, however the Underground station itself has only escalators & stairs. Nearby Euston Square station has step-free access Westbound only to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines. For more information on the accessibility on London Transport click here . |
| Ticket gates | There are ticket gates at the entrances to platforms 1 - 3 & 8 - 11 and can be accessed by wide gates. Yes
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| Impaired mobility set down available | Assistance is available to and from platforms, the car park and the taxi rank. You can request this from the Mobility Assistance Lounge Reception that can be found on the left hand side of the main entrance or from any member of staff. It is advised to use the Mobility assistance number at London Euston Station on 02079226482 if being booked on the day. It is preferred if assistance is booked 24 hour in advance using the following numbers of the train company you are travelling with.
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| Wheelchairs | Yes
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| Onward travel | Buses are available from Euston bus station next to the railway station. All Transport for London buses are accessible by step free access. More information about Transport for London buses can be found here |
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| Cycle storage available | Yes |
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| Cycle storage spaces | 415 |
| Cycle storage sheltered | Yes |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Yes |
| Cycle storage location | On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge |
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| Rail replacement information | Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road. |
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| Metro services | Euston Underground station has access to the Northern Line and the Victoria Line. Lift access is available to the Underground ticket hall, however the Underground station itself has only escalators & stairs. Nearby Euston Square station has access to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines. For more information on the accessibility on London Transport click here . The Underground station is very busy, especially during the morning and evening peaks. It will likely be quicker for customers to walk or catch a bus to nearby Warren Street or King's Cross St. Pancras instead. |
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Departures and arrivals from London Euston
About London Euston station
London Euston station is a busy gateway to London connecting travellers from various destinations across the UK.
Although not operational 24/7, Euston station welcomes passengers from early morning until late at night. For passenger security, comprehensive CCTV surveillance is installed.
Seamless transfers from Euston to the Tube network make it easy to travel across London. Just a short walk connects you to Euston Underground station. From there, access the Northern Line for easy travel across London with connections to all other underground lines.
London Buses are available from Euston bus station next to the railway station. Find out more about Transport for London buses .
About London Theatres
Curtain’s Up! London's West End is renowned worldwide for its spectacular theatre scene. Discover a dynamic array of plays, musicals, and productions to add a show to your itinerary.
Clustered around major theatrical hubs like Shaftesbury Avenue, the West End is home to historic venues staging bold original performances alongside long-running classics.
West End favourites keep fans returning again and again. For spectacular musicals, don't miss record-breaking sensations Les Misérables at the Sondheim Theatre, The Phantom of the Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre, Mamma Mia! at the Novello Theatre, Aldwych and The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre.
Beyond the blockbusters, Agatha Christie's legendary whodunnit The Mousetrap holds the record for the longest-running show at St Martin's Theatre, keeping audiences guessing for over 60 years. The magic continues at the Palace Theatre, where J.K. Rowling's spellbinding world of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child unfolds.
The London Palladium in Soho holds a whopping 2,286 seats and is the place for big shows, pantos and concerts, so you should be sure to get a seat.
In Victoria, Wicked captivates all ages at the Apollo Victoria Theatre , while Hamilton is on stage at the Victoria Palace Theatre.
For opera and ballet, the English National Opera at the London Coliseum, the largest theatre in London's West End with an incredible 2,359 seats, and the opulent Royal Opera House offer a world of arias and pirouettes, with magnificent productions starting from just £9 a ticket.
On the Southbank, the National Theatre has breathtaking Thames views while the open-air stage at Shakespeare's Globe has 700 standing tickets starting from just £5. These offer the best view of the stage, and let you experience the show as a groundling.
See the latest drama or musical at the Noël Coward Theatre , named after the famous playwright. Venture beyond the main drag and discover hidden treasures like the Donmar Warehouse or the Old Vic . Other theatres to look out for include: Harold Pinter Theatre , Duke of York's Theatre and Other Palace Theatre . These intimate playhouses offer unique experiences and often stage groundbreaking productions.
According to a count from the Society of London Theatre, there are 241 theatres across London. To find out what’s on in London, check out the Visit London website then take your pick!
How to get tickets to London Theatres?
Book online as early as possible to secure the tickets for the shows you want. However, if you like to be spontaneous, stop by a TKTS booth from 10.30 am or go online for same-day discounted West End and Off-West End tickets. Located in Leicester Square and at the Royal Opera House, TKTS offers up to 50% off unsold tickets. Check out LNR’s London Theatres Trains to arrive early for the best availability.
Handy tip: When you travel with London Northwestern Railway, you can get exclusive 2FOR1 entry to some of the UK’s top attractions.
Where to enjoy a pre-theatre dinner in London?
Before the curtain rises, indulge in pre-theatre menus many theatres offer. With dinner and drinks deals, you can make a whole evening out of your show.
Alternatively, here are a few of our favourite pre-theatre restaurants:
West End gem Bocca Di Lupo is a cosy Italian trattoria that champions Italy's diverse dishes from 20 regions. Their pre-theatre three-course menu is a steal. Book early to guarantee your spot.
Experience Parisian grandeur at Brasserie Zedel , Piccadilly's bustling French brasserie in a Belle Époque-style setting. Book online for their irresistible prix-fixe menu.
Joe Allen , in the heart of Theatreland, serves New York style brasserie fare from breakfast until famously late. Their menu includes a two or three-course set menu available up to 6pm.
Covent Garden's Cafe Murano , by Angela Hartnett, champions genuine Italian dishes with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Their pre-theatre menu shines, offering a taste of Italy every day from 5-7pm.
For a modern European pit stop, Social Eating House serves delicious bites and Blind Pig cocktails in the moody NY vibe. Grab a two or three-course prix-fixe menu (til 6:30pm).
Feel like a VIP with discounted off-peak tickets by booking in advance – little ones can travel from £1 with a Family Travelcard. Alternatively, you can purchase your ticket via the London Northwestern Railway app.