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Living in London

Smooth Arrival: Getting from the Airport to your hall

By ResLifeComms 06 Sep 2023

Arriving in London can be both thrilling and challenging, especially when it comes to getting from the airport to your university hall. In this guide, we'll provide you with essential tips to ensure a smooth arrival, making your transition to student life in London hassle-free and enjoyable.

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To Bankside House

For travel options from where you are to the hall, see: Bankside House on Google Maps.

From Heathrow Airport

Follow the signs to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains. You can catch these trains from Heathrow's terminals, and they both connect to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable journey to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes depending on the service you choose.
Once you arrive at Paddington Station, head towards the London Underground (Tube) station located within the complex. Take the Circle Line (yellow line) to Southwark Station.
Exit Southwark Station, and as you walk along Blackfriars Road heading southeast, you'll soon reach Southwark Street, where Bankside House, LSE, is located. It's a short walk.

From Gatwick Airport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
Upon reaching Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the station complex. Take the Victoria Line (light blue line) to Vauxhall Station.
At Vauxhall Station, transfer to the South Western Railway service towards London Waterloo. Alight at London Waterloo Station.
From London Waterloo Station, you can either enjoy a scenic walk along the River Thames or take a short taxi or bus ride to Bankside House, LSE, located on Southwark Street.

From Luton Airport

Follow signs to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station.Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London Blackfriars.
Board the Thameslink train and relax during your journey to London Blackfriars Station. The ride takes approximately 40-45 minutes.
Once at Blackfriars Station, exit and proceed to walk towards Southwark Street, where Bankside House is just a short walk away. You'll easily spot it on your right-hand side.

From Stanstead Airport

Follow the signs to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train to Liverpool Street Station.
Board your chosen train and relax during the journey to Liverpool Street Station. The ride typically takes around 45-50 minutes.
Upon arrival at Liverpool Street Station, make your way to the London Underground (Tube) station. Take the Circle Line (yellow line) towards Edgware Road and get off at Southwark Station.
Exit Southwark Station and proceed to walk along Blackfriars Road, heading southeast.

To Butler's Wharf

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: Butler's Wharf Residence on Google Maps

From Heathrow Airport

Follow signs to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains. These trains connect to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable ride to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the service you choose.
Upon reaching Paddington Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Circle Line (yellow line) from Paddington Station to Tower Hill Station.
From Tower Hill Station, enjoy a pleasant walk along the Thames Path towards Butler's Wharf, where LSE Butler's Wharf Residence is situated. You'll easily spot it on your right.

From Gatwick Airport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
Upon arriving at Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the station complex. Take the Circle Line (yellow line) from Victoria Station to Tower Hill Station.
From Tower Hill Station, embark on a delightful walk along the Thames Path towards Butler's Wharf, where LSE Butler's Wharf Residence is located. It's a scenic stroll, and you'll soon find the residence on your right.

From Luton Airport

Make your way to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London Blackfriars.
Relax during your journey to London Blackfriars Station, which takes approximately 40-45 minutes.
At Blackfriars Station, exit and proceed to walk towards Southwark Street.
LSE Butler's Wharf Residence is conveniently located on Shad Thames, just a short walk from Blackfriars Station. You'll find it on your right-hand side.

From Stanstead Airport

Follow the signs to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.
Enjoy the journey to Liverpool Street Station, which typically takes around 45-50 minutes.
Upon reaching Liverpool Street Station, make your way to the London Underground (Tube) station within the same complex. Take the Circle Line (yellow line) towards Edgware Road and disembark at Tower Hill Station.
From Tower Hill Station, you can take a leisurely walk along the Thames Path towards Butler's Wharf, where LSE Butler's Wharf Residence is located. It's a picturesque stroll, and you'll soon spot the residence on your right.

To Carr-Saunders Hall

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: Carr-Saunders Hall on Google Maps

From Heathrow Airport

Make your way to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains that go to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable journey to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the service you choose.
From Paddington Station, take the London Underground (Tube) - the Circle Line (yellow line) to Euston Square Station.
From Euston Square Station, Carr-Saunders Hall is a short walk away on Cartwright Gardens.

From Gatwick Airport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
Upon arriving at Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the station complex. Take the Victoria Line (light blue line) from Victoria Station to Warren Street Station.
From Warren Street Station, Carr-Saunders Hall is a short walk away on Cartwright Gardens.

From Luton Airport

Head to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train going toward London Blackfriars.
Enjoy your journey to London Blackfriars Station, which typically takes about 40-45 minutes.
Exit Blackfriars Station and walk toward Cartwright Gardens. Carr-Saunders Hall is conveniently located on Cartwright Gardens.

From Stanstead Airport

Make your way to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.
Board your chosen train and enjoy the ride to London Liverpool Street Station, which usually takes around 45-50 minutes.
Upon reaching Liverpool Street Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Central Line (red line) towards Ealing Broadway and get off at Holborn Station.
From Holborn Station, Carr-Saunders Hall is just a short walk away on Cartwright Gardens.

To High Holborn

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: High Holborn Residence on Google Maps

From Heathrow Airport

Make your way to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable ride to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the service you choose.
From Paddington Station, take the London Underground (Tube) - the Circle Line (yellow line) to Holborn Station.
Once at Holborn Station, LSE High Holborn Residence is a short walk away on High Holborn.

From Gatwick Airport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
From Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Victoria Line (light blue line) from Victoria Station to Holborn Station.
Once you arrive at Holborn Station, LSE High Holborn Residence is just a short walk away on High Holborn.

From Luton Airport

Make your way to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station. Get a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London St Pancras International.
Enjoy your journey to London St Pancras International, which takes approximately 35-40 minutes.
Once at St Pancras International, you can either take a short taxi ride or use the London Underground (Tube) to Holborn Station.
From Holborn Station, LSE High Holborn Residence is just a short walk away on High Holborn.

From Stanstead Airport

Proceed to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.
Enjoy the ride to London Liverpool Street Station, which typically takes around 45-50 minutes.
From Liverpool Street Station, take the Central Line (red line) on the London Underground (Tube) to Holborn Station.
Once you arrive at Holborn Station, LSE High Holborn Residence is just a short walk away on High Holborn.

To Lilian Knowles House

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: Lilian Knowles House Hall on Google Maps

From Heathrow Airport

Head to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains that go to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable journey to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the service you choose.
From Paddington Station, take the London Underground (Tube) - the Circle Line (yellow line) to Liverpool Street Station.
Once you arrive at Liverpool Street Station, Lilian Knowles House is a short walk away.

From Gatwick Airport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
From Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Victoria Line (light blue line) to Oxford Circus Station. Transfer to the Central Line (red line) and ride to Liverpool Street Station.
From Liverpool Street Station, Lilian Knowles House is a short journey away.

From Luton Airport

Head to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London Blackfriars.
Board the Thameslink train and enjoy your journey to London Blackfriars Station, which typically takes about 40-45 minutes.
Exit Blackfriars Station and walk to Lilian Knowles House, which is located at 1 Penrose Street, a short distance from the station.

From Stanstead Airport

Make your way to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.
Board your chosen train and enjoy the ride to London Liverpool Street Station, which usually takes around 45-50 minutes.
Upon reaching Liverpool Street Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Central Line (red line) to Mile End Station.
From Mile End Station, Lilian Knowles House is a short walk away at 1 Penrose Street.

To Passfield Hall

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: Passfield Hall on Google Maps

From Heathrow Airport

Make your way to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains that go to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable journey to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the service you choose.
From Paddington Station, take the London Underground (Tube) - the Hammersmith & City Line (pink line) to Euston Square Station.
Once at Euston Square Station, you can walk to Passfield Hall at 1-7 Endsleigh Place.

From Gatwick Airport

Upon your arrival at Gatwick Airport, follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.

Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.

From Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Victoria Line (light blue line) to Euston Station.

From Euston Station, Passfield Hall is a short journey away.

From Luton Airport

Head to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station.Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London St Pancras International.
Board the Thameslink train and enjoy your journey to London St Pancras International, which typically takes around 35-40 minutes.
From St Pancras International, you can take a short taxi ride or use the London Underground (Tube) to Euston Station.
Passfield Hall is situated at 1-7 Endsleigh Place, just a short walk from Euston Station.

From Stanstead Airport

Proceed to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.

Board your chosen train and enjoy the ride to London Liverpool Street Station, which usually takes around 45-50 minutes.

From Liverpool Street Station, take the Northern Line (black line) on the London Underground (Tube) to Euston Station.

After arriving at Euston Square, you can walk to Passfield Hall, which is located at 1-7 Endsleigh Place.

To Rosebery Hall

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: Rosebery Hall on Google Maps

From Heathrow Airport

Make your way to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains to London Paddington Station.
Enjoy a comfortable journey to London Paddington Station, which typically takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the service you choose.
From Paddington Station, take the London Underground (Tube) - the Circle Line (yellow line) to King's Cross Station. Then take the Northern Line (black line) to Angel station.
Once you arrive at Angel Station, you can walk to Rosebery Hall at 90 Rosebery Avenue.

Alternatively, you can:

Take the Elizabeth line from the airport to Farringdon station.
From Farringdon Station, you can walk to the hall, take an uber or bus 153 north bound to Rosebery Hall.

From Gatwick Airport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
From Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Victoria Line (light blue line) to King's Cross Station. Then Take the Northern Line to Angel Station.
Upon arriving at angel Station, you can walk to Rosebery Hall, situated at 90 Rosebery Avenue.

From Luton Airport

Head to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London St Pancras International.
Board the Thameslink train and enjoy your journey to London St Pancras International, which typically takes about 35-40 minutes.
From St Pancras International, you can take a short taxi ride or use the London Underground (Tube) to Angel Station.
Rosebery Hall is located at 90 Rosebery Avenue, a short walk from Angel Station.

From Stanstead Airport

Proceed to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.
Enjoy the ride to London Liverpool Street Station, which usually takes around 45-50 minutes.
From Liverpool Street Station, take the Circle Line (yellow line) on the London Underground (Tube) to King's Cross Station. Then take the Northern Line (black line) to Angel Station.
Upon arriving at Angel Station, you can walk to Rosebery Hall, located at 90 Rosebery Avenue.

To Sidney Webb House

For travel options from where you are to the hall, visit: Sidney Webb House on Google Maps

From Heathrow Aiport

Upon your arrival at Heathrow Airport, head to the Elizabeth Line. Enjoy your journey to London Liverpool Street, which typically takes about 35-40 minutes.
From Liverpool Street Station, take the London Underground (Tube) Northern Line (black line) to Borough Station.
Sidney Webb House is situated at a short walk from Borough Station.

From Gatwick Aiport

Follow signs to the Gatwick Express, a dedicated train service to London Victoria Station.
Enjoy a swift journey to London Victoria Station, which takes approximately 30-35 minutes.
From Victoria Station, proceed to the London Underground (Tube) station within the complex. Take the Victoria Line (blue line) to Stockwell Station. Then take the Northern Line (black line) to Borough Station.
After arriving at Borough Station, Sidney Webb House is a short walk away.

From Luton Airport

Head to the Luton Airport Parkway railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Thameslink train heading towards London St Pancras International.
Enjoy your journey to London St Pancras International, which typically takes about 35-40 minutes.
From St Pancras International, you can take a short taxi ride or use the London Underground (Tube) to Borough Station.
Sidney Webb House is situated at a short walk from Borough Station.

From Stanstead Airport

After landing at Stansted Airport, proceed to the Stansted Airport railway station. Purchase a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train heading to London Liverpool Street Station.
Enjoy the ride to London Liverpool Street Station, which usually takes around 45-50 minutes.
From Liverpool Street Station, take the London Underground (Tube) Northern Line (black line) to Borough Station.
Sidney Webb House is situated at a short walk from Borough Station.