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Waterloo

London Metro · Zone 1Opened 1898 Step-free access

About Waterloo

Waterloo is the busiest station in the UK, with the Underground station handling around 95 million passengers per year across four lines. It connects to Waterloo National Rail terminus - a gateway to south-west England - and sits adjacent to the South Bank cultural quarter, home to the London Eye, Tate Modern, and the Royal Festival Hall.

Lines Served

Traveller Tips

  • 1The South Bank is directly accessible via the Waterloo Bridge exit
  • 2London Eye tickets should be booked online in advance to avoid long queues
  • 3The Waterloo City line only runs on weekdays during peak hours - check before travelling
  • 4Borough Market is a 20-minute walk via the river path

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Step-free access
Audio announcements
Visual displays
Accessible toilets
Tactile guides

Facilities

Toilets
ATMs
Free Wi-Fi
Shops
Cafés
Info Desk

Nearby Attractions

London Eye
Southbank Centre
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
BFI IMAX
Tate Modern (15 min walk)
National Theatre