Getting to & from central London by rail should be easy with main lines up both the east and west coast and a network of train lines to all major cities and towns. However, since privatisation of the infrastructure and operating companies, train services have become less reliable and ongoing repairs mean frequent delays and cancellations so always check your rail journey details before setting out.
London has 8 main-line train stations , each runs trains to & from different British destinations. The main stations are Victoria, Paddington, Euston, Kings Cross, Liverpool Street , Waterloo, & Charing Cross. All are very busy at rush hours - 8 to 9.30am & 5 to 6.30pm weekdays.
Eurostar offers cheap train travel between London's Waterloo International terminus and Amsterdam, Brussels or Paris on Le Shuttle, linking the UK railways to Europe's.
Stationlink express buses connect the main London rail stations and underground stations link the rail and the tube train system. Eurostar trains run to and from Europe linking London to Paris and Brussels via the Channel Tunnel from Waterloo International. Airport trains give easy links to central London from the continent and long haul destinations.
Tickets can be purchased on the day of travel at all London stations, on board the trains or in advance online. London Transport Information Centres are located at Victoria, Euston, King's Cross & Liverpool Street train stations.
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