Getting to Greenwich Peninsula by Train & Tube

Travelling to Greenwich Peninsula and the O2 couldn’t be easier. With North Greenwich underground station just minutes away, plus a range of other transport options, you’ll always get here quickly and conveniently.

Greenwich Peninsula Tube Station

With tubes, cable cars, parking options and buses all within an arm's length of the O2 Arena, getting to and from Greenwich Peninsula is a breeze. The question is, how do you prefer to travel?

If you’re looking for a blend of the fastest, most affordable and frequent public transport, you’ll be thrilled to know that North Greenwich Tube Station is a stone’s throw away from us.

Whether you’re living in Greenwich and wanting to commute elsewhere in London, heading on a night out in Greenwich Peninsula, or visiting the O2 for an event, jump on the tube and you’ll be with us in no time at all.

What train station is near the O2 Arena in London?

If you’re looking at trains to the O2 Arena, the most convenient station is North Greenwich Tube Station. It only takes two minutes to walk from the station to the arena, so you’ll have a quick and pleasant journey come rain or shine. North Greenwich Tube Station has tubes arriving around every 3 minutes both Westbound and Eastbound, so you’ll never need to wait for more than a few minutes to get to your destination.

Some of the facilities available at North Greenwich Tube Station include:

  • Escalators and lifts
  • Toilets
  • Wifi
  • Cash machines
  • WH Smiths, Pret, Greg’s, Subway & Lola’s Cupcakes all in the station

Why travel to Greenwich Peninsula by tube?

We understand that travelling around London can feel expensive and crowded; however, whether you’re living at Greenwich Peninsula or just planning to spend the day here, North Greenwich Tube Station near the O2 Arena offers a brilliant transport solution for commuters, families and couples alike.

Some of the benefits of using the tube to get to and from Greenwich Peninsula include:

  • Less expensive than paying for parking
  • Quick and efficient, with tubes running every few minutes
  • Convenient as the Jubilee Line takes you to London Bridge and other key stations
  • Stress-free as tubes run until late, and there are plenty of them so you don’t need to worry about missing your tube or being late
  • Better for the environment than using your car/vehicle

How to get to North Greenwich Station

Greenwich Peninsula is the ideal place to live if you’re a commuter or someone who needs to regularly travel around London. Enjoy quick, convenient trips that can take you from Greenwich Peninsula to London Bridge in just 8 minutes.

North Greenwich Tube Station is on the Jubilee Line which puts it in close proximity to several key stations, including Canary Wharf and Canning Town. From Waterloo to the O2 Arena by tube is also only 11 minutes.

During the week:

The last departure from North Greenwich Tube Station towards Stanmore is at around 00:19

The last departure towards Stratford is at around 01:01

The Jubilee Line also has a Night Tube service on Fridays and Saturdays which runs throughout the night to make it easier for people to get home after a night out - what more could you ask for?

What zone is North Greenwich Tube Station in?

If you’re planning a day trip to Greenwich Peninsula to watch a show at the O2, shop at the ICON Outlet or relax in Central Park, you might be wondering, what zone is North Greenwich Tube Station in?

North Greenwich Tube Station is in zone 2/3. This means that, depending on which zone you travel from to get to North Greenwich Tube Station, you will pay a different price as you may have travelled further or through more than 1 zone.

Other ways to travel to Greenwich Peninsula

Check live tube times and plan your journey with the TfL Journey Planner.

Underground

from North Greenwich

  • 2 mins

    Canary Wharf

  • 8 mins

    London Bridge

  • 11 mins

    Waterloo

  • 14 mins

    Westminster

  • 17 mins

    Bond Street

Boat

from Greenwich Pier

  • 6 mins

    Woolwich

  • 8 mins

    Maritime Greenwich

  • 20 mins

    Canary Wharf

  • 41 mins

    Tower Bridge

  • 45 mins

    London Bridge

Bus

from North Greenwich

  • 11 mins

    Greenwich Park

  • 12 mins

    National Maritime Museum

  • 15 mins

    Cutty Sark

  • 16 mins

    Charlton

  • 19 mins

    Blackheath Village

IFS Cable Car

from Greenwich Peninsula

  • 7 mins

    Royal Docks

By Car

If you’re planning on driving to Greenwich Peninsula and parking, instead of looking at trains to go to the O2 Arena, you’ll be pleased to know that there is parking available here. Read our parking guide and find out where the best place to park is and what the rates are.

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Accessibility Information

At North Greenwich tube station, you will find the following accessible features:

• Step-free access

• Lifts & escalators

• Accessible toilets

• Wheelchair-friendly travel from station to O2

For more accessibility information on the Greenwich underground station, view TFL's guides below.

Plan your visit today

We can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant community, no matter how you plan on getting to Greenwich Peninsula. From tubes to cable cars, we have a fantastic range of transport options that can get you where you need to be quickly and affordably. 

If you’re on the hunt for a new apartment to rent or buy with brilliant transport links, greenspaces, and places to eat and drink, take a look at our contemporary apartments for sale and lease. Get in touch with us today and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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