Victoria—it’s a popular name in London.
Victoria is a neighborhood. A former Queen. Half of a ridiculously awesome art museum.
It’s also the name of a train station and a subway station, which can get a little confusing if you’re trying to get to London Victoria station.
So let us offer a transparent introduction to the London Victoria train station…
…in the Victoria neighborhood…
…near the former home of Queen Victoria…
…a short stroll from the Victoria & Albert Museum…
…that is also the site of the Victoria tube station.
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Everything you need to know about London Victoria station
Where is London Victoria train station?
London Victoria train station is located in the Westminster area of London, a half-mile south of Buckingham Palace. If you’re the type who likes to eyeball distances on a map, London Victoria is just within walking distance of Big Ben but quite a hike from the British Museum and Tower of London.
Does London Victoria train station have a tube station?
Yes, London Victoria train station is served by Victoria tube station. Technically speaking, London Victoria train station does not have a ground-level platform for you to catch the tube. However, Victoria tube station is right beneath London Victoria train station. All you have to do is leave the train platforms, walk through the main hall of the station, then follow the signs to the stairs and head down to the Underground station.
How far is Victoria train station from Victoria Underground?
The London Victoria train station platforms and Victoria Underground platforms are only a few meters apart from each other—only vertically. You don’t need to walk to another location, as they’re both in the same station, but the Underground platforms are accessible by stairs at the main entrance of the station.
Which tube line goes to London Victoria?
Victoria Underground station serves the Victoria Line (or light blue line), the District Line (green line), and the Circle Line (yellow line). These are three key lines you’ll use throughout your London adventures, whether you’re going to an Arsenal F.C. match (light blue line), a match at Wimbledon (green line), or finding your perfect match at Notting Hill (yellow line).
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Are there lockers at Victoria station?
Yes, there are lockers at Victoria station. It’s worth parting with a few pounds for luggage storage if you’ve got time to spare in between checking out of your fabulous London hotel and catching the train to the airport.
How to get from Gatwick Airport to Victoria station
Getting from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria station is so easy, no matter if you’re a first-time visitor to London or even a first-time train rider. Direct trains from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria run every 15 minutes with a platform-to-platform journey time from 30 minutes. This service, called the Gatwick Express, runs 24/7 so you’ll never have to worry about hailing a late-night cab.
How to get from Heathrow to Victoria station
Getting from Heathrow Airport to London Victoria station involves a single change, but don’t worry, it’s an adorable one. You’ll board the Heathrow Express, a train running directly from Heathrow Airport to London Paddington Station. It’s a 15-minute train ride that drops you off at Paddington Station, which—yes—has your cute childhood friend waiting to welcome you to London. After taking photos with the loveable bear, you’ll take the Circle Line on the Underground to London Victoria.
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What’s near London Victoria station?
What to see near London Victoria station
If you’re not making a beeline to Buckingham Palace when you arrive at Victoria station, what are you doing? Probably getting dragged in every other direction: Hyde Park, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and Big Ben are all within a 30-minute walk from London Victoria station.
What to eat near Victoria station
If you’re in the mood to manger, you don’t have to settle for a quick bite at Pret-A-Manger or any of the restaurants within Victoria station. The Dining Room at The Goring has a Longhorn beef Wellington worth every pence, but it also has a Michelin star, so dress appropriately. Bill’s has burgers and fries which are much cheaper. Boisdale of Belgravia has cigars, scotch, and jazz, though the British fare leans much more Scottish than English.
Where to stay near London Victoria
If the King doesn’t have a room ready for you in Buckingham Palace, The Goring Hotel’s royal suite will provide the regal treatment you deserve. The Clermont London is a posh affair that’s welcomed railway travelers since the 1860s, while the Premier Inn puts you in a bed built for your budget.
On to Victory
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