Which Tube line to covent garden?

For Covent Garden, take the Piccadilly Line, but be aware the station has many stairs; for easier access, get off at Leicester Square (Piccadilly & Northern Lines) or Holborn (Central & Piccadilly Lines) and walk a short distance.

What tube line do I need for Covent Garden?

Covent Garden tube station is served exclusively by the Piccadilly Line, located in Travelcard Zone 1 between Leicester Square and Holborn stations, with access via lifts or many stairs, making it a busy Central London stop known for its accessibility to the West End, though nearby stations like Leicester Square and Holborn offer connections to other lines like the Northern and Central Lines for broader travel.
 

How do I get to the Covent Garden?

Getting to Covent Garden

1. By Tube. The closest tube stations are. ...
2. By Bus. London bus routes that operate in the area are 9, 13, 15, 23, 139 and 153 which all stop at Trafalgar Square and Aldwych.
3. By Train. Find the closest train stations south of Covent Garden at Charing Cross and Waterloo. ...
4. By River. ...
5. By Bike. ...
6. By Car.

What stop to get off for Covent Garden?

By Underground

During peak times we suggest getting off at Leicester Square (Piccadilly and Northern Line), which is a short walk to Covent Garden. Tottenham Court Road station (Elizabeth Line) is only a twelve minute walk to Covent Garden.

Is there a Covent Garden tube station?

Covent Garden (/ˈkɒvənt ˈɡɑːrdən/) is a London Underground station, serving Covent Garden and the surrounding area in the West End of London. It is on the Piccadilly line between Leicester Square and Holborn stations, and is in London fare zone 1.

Covent Garden Tube Station Tour

Does the Elizabeth Line go to Covent Garden?

Yep - either Elizabeth Line (purple) to Tottenham Court Road then a short walk or Piccadilly line (dark blue) to Covent Garden.

Why is Piccadilly line closed?

The Piccadilly Line experiences closures for vital upgrade works, primarily to prepare for new, air-conditioned trains and to maintain aging infrastructure, often requiring weekend and overnight disruptions for track replacement and depot upgrades, so check Transport for London (TfL)'s official website for current, specific closure details.
 

Is Oxford Street close to Covent Garden?

The distance between Oxford Street and Covent Garden is 1 miles. How do I travel from Oxford Street to Covent Garden without a car? The best way to get from Oxford Street to Covent Garden without a car is to subway which takes 3 min and costs £2 - £3. How long does it take to get from Oxford Street to Covent Garden?

What tube stations are on the Piccadilly Line?

The Piccadilly Line operates via these primary locations.

• Cockfosters.
• Oakwood.
• Southgate.
• Arnos Grove.
• Bounds Green.
• Wood Green.
• Turnpike Lane.
• Manor House.

How many steps is Covent Garden Tube Station?

The station is on the Piccadilly Line. Please note that there are 193 steps to street level at Covent Garden Station, it's quite a climb! We recommend taking the lifts.

How do I know which Tube to get?

Useful apps such as TfL Go and Citymapper can help you plan your route. After you've worked out what Tube line to take to get to your destination, head to the correct platform, which depends on the direction you are heading (northbound, southbound, eastbound, westbound).

Does the Piccadilly line run 24 hours?

Yes, the Piccadilly line is part of London's "Night Tube" service, running 24 hours on Friday and Saturday nights, with trains every 10-20 minutes, but it stops overnight on other nights for maintenance. Always check the Transport for London (TfL) website before traveling, as planned closures for engineering works can affect weekend services.
 

What is the coolest Tube line?

The coolest on our list - the Waterloo and City line, which connects many overground stations, is expected to see maximum temperatures of 25.1C. This line also tops the table for the coolest as far as complaints go, and has received zero complaints about heat levels over the last four years.

Which station is Harry Potter?

For anyone familiar with Harry Potter, Platform 9 3/4 is instantly recognisable. For those who aren't, this fictional spot at London King's Cross train station is the departure point for the train to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Can I enter Sky Garden without a ticket?

You can visit Sky Garden without a pre-booked ticket by using the walk-in queue for free entry (subject to capacity and management discretion, often with ID), arriving early for quieter weekday mornings, or booking a table at one of the bars/restaurants (like Sky Pod Bar or Darwin Brasserie), which guarantees entry but costs money for food/drinks and requires ID, especially for evening/music nights. 

Can you wear trainers in bars in London?

Casual dress code is the least strict dress code enforced by London clubs. Guests are free to wear jeans, shorts, t-shirts, and sneakers. This dress code is typically enforced in more casual bars or clubs.

What is the most unused Tube station?

The station today

Roding Valley is the most lightly used station on the Underground.

Why is it called Piccadilly?

1) near St. James called Pickadilly, took denomination; because it was then the outmost or skirt house of the Suburbs that way. Others say it took name from this, that one Higgins, a Tailor, who built it, got most of his Estate by Pickadilles, which in the last age were much worn in England.

Is the Piccadilly line closing in 2025?

The Piccadilly line experienced significant weekend closures throughout 2025 for upgrades to introduce new air-conditioned trains, affecting sections like Cockfosters to Heathrow/Uxbridge, with major disruptions planned through late 2025 into early 2026, including a full line closure Jan 17-18, 2026, for testing and commissioning. Expect ongoing weekend works and potential Night Tube service changes into 2026 as TfL finishes the new fleet introduction.