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Ensure a smooth journey home during the festive period

As term winds down and deadlines ease off, lots of you will be heading out of London for the winter break. Whether you are flying home, off on a city break, or just escaping to somewhere with fewer readings, here is a guide to help you get from LSE halls to the airport without any last-minute stress.

Before you go: quick checklist

Try to sort these bits a few days before you travel:

  • Check your airport and terminal on your booking. London has multiple airports, and some airlines use different terminals depending on the day or flight.
  • Plan your route and timing using TFL Journey Planner or Citymapper. Aim to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before short-haul flights 3 hours before long-haul flights
  • Think about luggage. If you are taking big suitcases, avoid too many changes and stairs if you can.
  • Have a backup route in mind in case of delays or strikes, especially if you are travelling early in the morning or late at night.

We recommend downloading Citymapper app and planning your route to the airport ahead of time (Pro tip: you can save your journey offline).

PSA

Sometimes you'll want the fastest route, but that will usually be the most expensive too... Always do your research, assess your options and find the one that's best for you! Our recommendations below might not necessarily be the best ones for your specific winter travels, so make sure to compare them with other routes when you're researching.

From Bankside House 

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


  1. Walk from Bankside House to Southwark Underground Station
    Leave Bankside House on Southwark Street and walk towards Southwark Underground Station (head northwest along Southwark Street then up Blackfriars Road – it’s a short walk).

  2. Tube from Southwark to Paddington
    At Southwark, head down to the London Underground (Tube) and travel to London Paddington Station (following your original route logic, this is via the same line change you’d use in reverse).

  3. Train from Paddington to Heathrow
    Once you arrive at Paddington, follow the signs for Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect services. Or we would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

  4. Arrive at Heathrow Airport
    Board your chosen Heathrow train and enjoy a comfortable journey to the airport. The trip usually takes around 15–25 minutes, depending on the service you pick.

  5. Follow signs for your terminal
    When you arrive at Heathrow, follow the airport signs to your correct terminal for check-in and security.


Option 1 – Via Waterloo, Vauxhall and Victoria (Gatwick Express)


  1. From Bankside House to Waterloo
    Start at Bankside House, LSE on Southwark Street. From here, you can either:

    • Enjoy a scenic walk along the River Thames to London Waterloo Station, or

    • Take a short taxi or bus ride directly to Waterloo if you’ve got heavier luggage.

  2. Waterloo to Vauxhall (South Western Railway)
    At London Waterloo Station, follow signs for South Western Railway services and board a train heading towards Vauxhall.

    • It’s only a short hop – just one stop from Waterloo to Vauxhall.

  3. Vauxhall to Victoria (Victoria line)
    At Vauxhall Station, transfer to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Victoria line (light blue) towards London Victoria Station.

  4. Victoria to Gatwick (Gatwick Express)
    When you arrive at London Victoria Station, follow signs for the Gatwick Express, the dedicated train service to Gatwick Airport.

    • Enjoy a swift journey to Gatwick – it usually takes around 30–35 minutes.

  5. At Gatwick Airport
    On arrival, follow the signs in the terminal for Departures/check-in for your airline.


Option 2 – No train changes (via Blackfriars and Thameslink)


If you have heavy bags and prefer a simpler journey with no changes, this route can be easier:


  1. Walk from Bankside House to Blackfriars Station
    From Bankside House, walk along Southwark Street towards Blackfriars Station – it’s a short, straightforward walk.

  2. Thameslink from Blackfriars to Gatwick
    At Blackfriars Station, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a southbound Thameslink service that stops at Gatwick Airport.

  3. Arrive at Gatwick and head to the terminal
    Get off at Gatwick Airport station, which is connected directly to the South Terminal.

    • From the station, follow the signs to your check-in area/terminal and you’re good to go.


  1. Walk from Bankside House to Blackfriars Station
    Start at Bankside House, LSE on Southwark Street. Walk along Southwark Street towards Blackfriars Station – it’s a short, straightforward walk.

  2. Thameslink from Blackfriars to Luton Station Interchange
    At Blackfriars Station, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink service towards Luton (or beyond).

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange (follow the live departure boards for the correct stop for the airport shuttle).

  3. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, follow signs to the airport shuttle bus.

    • Hop on the shuttle, which takes you directly to Luton Airport terminal.

  4. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from Bankside House to Blackfriars Station
    Start at Bankside House, LSE on Southwark Street. Walk along Southwark Street towards Blackfriars Station – it’s a short, straightforward walk.

  2. Tube from Blackfriars to Liverpool Street
    At Blackfriars Station, go down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Circle or District line eastbound to Liverpool Street Station.

  3. Liverpool Street to Stansted (Stansted Express)
    When you arrive at Liverpool Street, follow the signs for the Stansted Express.

    • Board the Stansted Express train to Stansted Airport.

    • The journey usually takes around 45–50 minutes.

  4. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    Once you get to Stansted Airport station, follow the signs into the terminal and towards Departures/check-in for your flight.


From Butler's Wharf

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

Option 1 – Via London Bridge, Baker Street and Paddington (Heathrow Express / Connect)

  1. Walk from Butler’s Wharf to London Bridge Station
    Start at Butler’s Wharf and walk to London Bridge Station – it’s around 10–12 minutes on foot.

  2. Jubilee line from London Bridge to Baker Street
    At London Bridge, go down to the London Underground and take the Jubilee line

    • Travel northbound towards Stanmore

    • Get off at Baker Street

  3. Bakerloo line from Baker Street to Paddington
    At Baker Street, follow signs for the Bakerloo line.

    • Take a northbound Bakerloo line train

    • Get off at Paddington Station

  4. Paddington to Heathrow
    At London Paddington, follow signs to the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect services. Or we would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

    • Board your chosen train to Heathrow Airport

    • The journey usually takes around 15–25 minutes, depending on the service.

  5. At Heathrow Airport
    When you arrive, follow the signs for your terminal and head to Departures/check-in.




    Option 2 – Via Bond Street and the Elizabeth line (fewer changes)

If you have heavy bags and don’t mind a slightly longer journey with fewer changes, use this route:

  1. Walk from Butler’s Wharf to London Bridge Station
    From Butler’s Wharf, walk to London Bridge Station (around 12 minutes).

  2. Jubilee line from London Bridge to Bond Street
    At London Bridge, take the Jubilee line northbound towards Stanmore.

    • Get off at Bond Street.

  3. Elizabeth line from Bond Street to Heathrow
    At Bond Street, follow signs for the Elizabeth line.

    • Board an Elizabeth line train towards Heathrow Terminal 2 & 3 (or your specific terminal service).

  4. Arrive at Heathrow Airport
    Get off at your Heathrow terminal and follow signs for Departures/check-in.



  1. Walk from Butler’s Wharf to London Bridge Station
    Start at Butler’s Wharf and walk to London Bridge Station – it’s around a 12 minute walk.

  2. Thameslink from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
    At London Bridge, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a southbound Thameslink service that stops at Gatwick Airport.

  3. Arrive at Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Get off at Gatwick Airport station, which is located in the South Terminal.

    • From the station, follow the signs straight into the terminal and on to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. Walk from Butler’s Wharf to London Bridge Station
    Start at Butler’s Wharf and walk to London Bridge Station – it’s around a 12 minute walk.

  2. Thameslink from London Bridge to Luton Station Interchange
    At London Bridge, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink service towards Luton / Luton Airport Parkway (services that continue towards Brighton in the opposite direction are the ones that would have brought you in).

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange.

  3. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the airport shuttle bus stop.

    • Take the shuttle bus directly to Luton Airport.

  4. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from Butler’s Wharf to Tower Hill Station
    Start at LSE Butler’s Wharf Residence and walk along the Thames Path towards Tower Bridge and then on to Tower Hill Station.
    It’s a pleasant, fairly short riverside walk.

  2. Circle line from Tower Hill to Liverpool Street
    At Tower Hill, go down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Circle line (yellow) westbound towards Liverpool Street Station.

    • Get off at Liverpool Street.

  3. Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport
    At Liverpool Street Station, follow signs for the mainline rail platforms.

    • Buy a ticket for either Stansted Express or a Greater Anglia train to Stansted Airport.

    • Enjoy the journey to Stansted Airport railway station, which usually takes around 45–50 minutes.

  4. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport station, follow the signs into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


From Carr-Saunders Hall

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

  1. Walk from Carr-Saunders Hall to Great Portland Street Station
    Start at Carr-Saunders Hall and walk to Great Portland Street Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Great Portland Street to Paddington (Circle line)
    At Great Portland Street, go down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Circle line (yellow) towards Paddington.

    • Get off at London Paddington Station.

  3. Paddington to Heathrow (Heathrow Express / Connect)
    At Paddington, follow signs for the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains. Or we would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

    • Board your chosen service to Heathrow Airport.

    • The journey usually takes around 15–25 minutes, depending on the train.

  4. Arrive at Heathrow Airport
    When you arrive, follow the airport signs to your terminal and head to Departures/check-in.


  1. Walk from Carr-Saunders Hall to Warren Street Station
    Start at Carr-Saunders Hall and walk to Warren Street Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Victoria line from Warren Street to Victoria
    At Warren Street, head down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Victoria line (light blue) southbound towards Brixton.

    • Get off at London Victoria Station.

  3. Victoria to Gatwick (Gatwick Express)
    Once you arrive at Victoria, follow signs for the Gatwick Express, the dedicated train service to Gatwick Airport.

    • Board the Gatwick Express and enjoy a 30–35 minute journey to the airport.

  4. Arrive at Gatwick Airport
    At Gatwick Airport, follow signs for your terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. Walk from Carr-Saunders Hall to Great Portland Street Station
    Start at Carr-Saunders Hall and walk to Great Portland Street Underground Station – it’s a short walk from Cartwright Gardens.

  2. Great Portland Street to St Pancras International (Circle / Hammersmith & City)
    At Great Portland Street, go down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Circle or Hammersmith & City line towards King’s Cross St Pancras.

    • Get off at St Pancras International.

  3. St Pancras International to Luton Station Interchange (Thameslink)
    In St Pancras International, follow signs for Thameslink services.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink train towards Luton / Bedford.

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange (follow station signs/departure boards for the correct stop for the airport shuttle).

  4. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the airport shuttle bus stop.

    • Take the shuttle bus directly to Luton Airport bus station/terminal.

  5. Head to departures
    On arrival at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.

  1. Walk from Carr-Saunders Hall to Warren Street Station
    Start at Carr-Saunders Hall on Cartwright Gardens and walk to Warren Street Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Victoria line from Warren Street to Tottenham Hale
    At Warren Street, go down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Victoria line (light blue) northbound towards Walthamstow Central.

    • Get off at Tottenham Hale.

  3. Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport (Stansted Express / Greater Anglia)
    At Tottenham Hale, follow signs for the railway station.

    • Buy a ticket for Stansted Express or a Greater Anglia train to Stansted Airport.

    • Board your chosen train – the journey usually takes around 45–50 minutes.

  4. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport railway station, follow the signs into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


From High Holborn

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

  1. Walk from High Holborn to Tottenham Court Road Station
    Start at High Holborn and walk to Tottenham Court Road Underground/Elizabeth line Station – it’s about a 5 minute walk.

  2. Elizabeth line from Tottenham Court Road to Heathrow
    At Tottenham Court Road, follow signs for the Elizabeth line (purple).

    • Board a westbound Elizabeth line train towards Heathrow.

    • Get off at your Heathrow terminal (for example, Heathrow Terminal 2 & 3, 4, or 5, depending on your flight).

  3. At Heathrow Airport
    Once you arrive, follow the signs to Departures/check-in for your airline and terminal.



  1. Walk from High Holborn to Tottenham Court Road Station
    Start at High Holborn and walk to Tottenham Court Road station – it’s around a 5 minute walk.

  2. Elizabeth line from Tottenham Court Road to Farringdon
    At Tottenham Court Road, head down to the Elizabeth line (purple).

    • Take an eastbound Elizabeth line train.

    • Get off at Farringdon.

  3. Thameslink from Farringdon to Gatwick Airport
    At Farringdon, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a southbound Thameslink service that stops at Gatwick Airport.

  4. Arrive at Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Get off at Gatwick Airport station, which is in the South Terminal.

    • From the station, follow the signs through the terminal to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. Walk from High Holborn to Tottenham Court Road Station
    Start at High Holborn and walk to Tottenham Court Road station – it’s about a 5 minute walk.

  2. Elizabeth line from Tottenham Court Road to Farringdon
    At Tottenham Court Road, head down to the Elizabeth line (purple).

    • Take an eastbound Elizabeth line train.

    • Get off at Farringdon.

  3. Thameslink from Farringdon to Luton Station Interchange
    At Farringdon, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink service towards Luton / Bedford.

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange (check the departure boards for the correct stop for the airport shuttle).

  4. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the airport shuttle bus stop.

    • Take the shuttle bus directly to Luton Airport.

  5. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from LSE High Holborn Residence to Holborn Station
    Start at LSE High Holborn Residence on High Holborn and walk to Holborn Underground Station – it’s just a short walk.

  2. Central line from Holborn to Liverpool Street
    At Holborn, head down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Central line (red) eastbound towards Liverpool Street.

    • Get off at Liverpool Street Station.

  3. Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport (Stansted Express / Greater Anglia)
    At Liverpool Street, follow signs for the mainline rail platforms.

    • Buy a ticket for Stansted Express or a Greater Anglia train to Stansted Airport.

    • Board your chosen train – the journey usually takes around 45–50 minutes.

  4. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport railway station, follow the signs into the terminal and head for Departures/check-in for your flight.


From Lilian Knowles House

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


  1. Walk from Lilian Knowles House to Liverpool Street Station
    Start at Lilian Knowles House and walk to Liverpool Street Station – it’s just a few minutes on foot.

  2. Elizabeth line from Liverpool Street to Heathrow
    At Liverpool Street, follow signs for the Elizabeth line (purple).

    • Take a westbound Elizabeth line train towards Heathrow.

    • Get off at your Heathrow terminal (for example, Heathrow Terminal 2 & 3, 4 or 5, depending on your flight).

  3. At Heathrow Airport
    Once you arrive, follow signs to Departures/check-in for your airline and terminal.



  1. Walk from Lilian Knowles House to Moorgate Station
    Start at Lilian Knowles House and walk to Moorgate Underground Station – it’s around a 12 minute walk.

  2. Northern line from Moorgate to London Bridge
    At Moorgate, head down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Northern line southbound towards London Bridge.

    • Get off at London Bridge Station.

  3. Thameslink from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
    At London Bridge, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a southbound Thameslink service that stops at Gatwick Airport.

  4. Arrive at Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Get off at Gatwick Airport station, which is in the South Terminal.

    • From the station, follow the signs through to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. Walk from Lilian Knowles House to Aldgate Station
    Start at Lilian Knowles House and walk to Aldgate Underground Station – it’s around a 10 minute walk.

  2. Metropolitan line from Aldgate to St Pancras International
    At Aldgate, head down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Metropolitan line westbound towards King’s Cross St Pancras.

    • Get off at King’s Cross St Pancras / St Pancras International.

  3. Train from St Pancras International to Luton Station Interchange
    Inside St Pancras International, follow signs for mainline trains (usually Thameslink or EMR services, depending on what’s running).

    • Board a train going towards Luton / Luton Airport Parkway.

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange (check the departure boards for the correct name for the airport stop).

  4. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the airport shuttle bus stop.

    • Take the shuttle bus directly to Luton Airport.

  5. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from Lilian Knowles House to Liverpool Street Station
    Start at Lilian Knowles House and walk to Liverpool Street Station – it’s about a 5 minute walk.

  2. Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport (Stansted Express / Greater Anglia)
    At Liverpool Street, follow signs for the mainline rail platforms.

    • Buy a ticket for either the Stansted Express or a Greater Anglia train to Stansted Airport.

    • Board your chosen train – the journey usually takes around 45–50 minutes.

  3. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport railway station, follow the signs into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


From Passfield Hall

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

  1. Walk from Passfield Hall to Euston Square Station
    Start at Passfield Hall and walk to Euston Square Underground Station – it’s about a 6 minute walk.

  2. Euston Square to Paddington (Hammersmith & City line)
    At Euston Square, head down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Hammersmith & City line (pink) westbound towards Hammersmith / Paddington.

    • Get off at London Paddington Station.

  3. Paddington to Heathrow (Heathrow Express / Connect)
    At Paddington, follow signs for the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains. Or we would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

    • Board your chosen service to Heathrow Airport.

    • The journey usually takes around 15–25 minutes, depending on the train.

  4. Arrive at Heathrow Airport
    When you arrive, follow the signs to your terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from Passfield Hall to Euston Station
    Start at Passfield Hall and walk to Euston Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Victoria line from Euston to Victoria
    At Euston, head down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Victoria line (light blue) southbound towards Brixton.

    • Get off at London Victoria Station.

  3. Victoria to Gatwick (Gatwick Express)
    At Victoria, follow signs for the Gatwick Express, the dedicated train service to Gatwick Airport.

    • Board the Gatwick Express and enjoy a 30–35 minute journey.

  4. Arrive at Gatwick Airport
    When you arrive at Gatwick Airport, follow the signs through the station into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. From Passfield Hall to St Pancras International

    • Start at Passfield Hall.

    • You can either:

      • Walk to St Pancras International in about 12 minutes, or

      • Take a short taxi ride if you’ve got heavier luggage.

  2. St Pancras International to Luton Station Interchange (Thameslink)
    At St Pancras International, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink service towards Luton / Bedford.

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange (check the boards for the correct name for the airport stop).

  3. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the airport shuttle bus stop.

    • Take the shuttle bus directly to Luton Airport.

  4. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from Passfield Hall to Euston Station
    Start at Passfield Hall and walk to Euston Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Victoria line from Euston to Tottenham Hale
    At Euston, head down to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Victoria Line (light blue) northbound towards Walthamstow Central.

    • Get off at Tottenham Hale.

  3. Train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport
    At Tottenham Hale, follow signs for the railway station.

    • Buy a ticket for a Stansted Express or Greater Anglia train heading to Stansted Airport.

    • Board the train and stay on until Stansted Airport railway station.

  4. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport, follow the signs into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


From Rosebery Hall

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

Option 1 – Via Angel, King’s Cross and Paddington (Heathrow Express / Connect)

  1. Walk from Rosebery Hall to Angel Station
    Start at Rosebery Hall, 90 Rosebery Avenue and walk to Angel Underground Station.

  2. Northern line from Angel to King’s Cross St Pancras
    At Angel, go down to the London Underground.

    • Take the Northern line (black) southbound.

    • Get off at King’s Cross St Pancras.

  3. Circle line from King’s Cross St Pancras to Paddington
    From King’s Cross St Pancras, follow signs for the Circle line (yellow).

    • Take a westbound Circle line train.

    • Get off at London Paddington Station.

  4. Paddington to Heathrow (Heathrow Express / Connect)
    At Paddington, follow signs for the Heathrow Express or Heathrow Connect trains. Or we would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

    • Board your chosen service to Heathrow Airport.

    • The journey usually takes around 15–25 minutes, depending on the train.

  5. Arrive at Heathrow Airport
    When you arrive, follow signs to your terminal and head to Departures/check-in.


Option 2 – Via Farringdon and the Elizabeth line

  1. From Rosebery Hall to Farringdon Station
    From Rosebery Hall, you can either:

    • Walk to Farringdon Station, or

    • Take a short Uber/taxi, or

    • Hop on bus 153 northbound towards Farringdon.

  2. Elizabeth line from Farringdon to Heathrow
    At Farringdon, follow signs for the Elizabeth line (purple).

    • Take a westbound Elizabeth line train towards Heathrow.

    • Get off at your Heathrow terminal (for example, Terminals 2 & 3, 4 or 5, depending on your flight).

  3. At Heathrow Airport
    Once you arrive, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your airline.


  1. Walk from Rosebery Hall to Angel Station
    Start at Rosebery Hall, 90 Rosebery Avenue and walk to Angel Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Northern line from Angel to London Bridge
    At Angel, head down to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Northern Line (black line) southbound towards London Bridge.

    • Get off at London Bridge Station.

  3. Thameslink from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
    At London Bridge, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a southbound Thameslink service that stops at Gatwick Airport.

  4. Arrive at Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Get off at Gatwick Airport station, located in the South Terminal.

    • From the station, follow the signs through to Departures/check-in for your flight.



Main route – via Angel and St Pancras International


  1. Walk from Rosebery Hall to Angel Station
    Start at Rosebery Hall, 90 Rosebery Avenue and walk to Angel Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Northern line from Angel to St Pancras International
    At Angel, head down to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Northern Line (black line) northbound towards High Barnet / Mill Hill East / Edgware.

    • Get off at King’s Cross St Pancras, which connects directly to St Pancras International.

  3. Train from St Pancras International to Luton Station Interchange
    Inside St Pancras International, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink service towards Luton / Bedford.

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange (check the departure boards for the correct airport stop name).

  4. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the airport shuttle bus stop.

    • Take the shuttle bus directly to Luton Airport.

  5. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


Alternatively, if you have heavy bags


If you’ve got heavy luggage and want to avoid the Tube:


  1. Taxi/Uber from Rosebery Hall to St Pancras International

    • Get a taxi or Uber from Rosebery Hall to St Pancras International – it’s roughly a 12 minute journey, depending on traffic.

  2. Then follow steps 3–5 above

    • Train from St Pancras International to Luton Station Interchange

    • Shuttle bus to Luton Airport

    • Follow signs to Departures/check-in

Main route – via Angel, Euston and Tottenham Hale

  1. Walk from Rosebery Hall to Angel Station
    Start at Rosebery Hall, 90 Rosebery Avenue and walk to Angel Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Northern line from Angel to Euston
    At Angel, head down to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Northern Line (black line) northbound.

    • Get off at Euston.

  3. Victoria line from Euston to Tottenham Hale
    At Euston, follow signs for the Victoria Line (light blue line).

    • Take a northbound train towards Walthamstow Central.

    • Get off at Tottenham Hale.

  4. Train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport
    At Tottenham Hale, follow signs for the railway station.

    • Buy a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train to Stansted Airport.

    • Board your chosen train and stay on until Stansted Airport railway station.

  5. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport, follow the signs into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


Alternatively, if you have heavy bags

If you’ve got heavy luggage and want to cut down on walking:

  1. Taxi/Uber from Rosebery Hall to Euston

    • Get a taxi or Uber from Rosebery Hall to Euston Station – it’s roughly a 12 minute journey, depending on traffic.

  2. Then follow steps 3–5 above

    • Victoria line from Euston to Tottenham Hale

    • Train from Tottenham Hale to Stansted Airport

    • Follow signs to Departures/check-in


From Sidney Webb House

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

  1. Walk from Sidney Webb House to Borough Station
    Start at Sidney Webb House and walk to Borough Underground Station – it’s a short walk.

  2. Northern line from Borough to Liverpool Street
    At Borough, head down to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Northern Line (black line) northbound.

    • Stay on until Liverpool Street Station.

  3. Elizabeth line from Liverpool Street to Heathrow
    At Liverpool Street, follow signs for the Elizabeth line (purple).

    • Board a westbound Elizabeth line train towards Heathrow.

    • Get off at your Heathrow terminal (for example, Heathrow Terminal 2 & 3, 4 or 5, depending on your flight).

  4. At Heathrow Airport
    Once you arrive, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your airline and terminal.


  1. Walk or taxi from Sidney Webb House to London Bridge Station
    Start at Sidney Webb House and make your way to London Bridge Station – it’s around a 10 minute walk, or you can take a taxi/Uber if you’ve got lots of bags.

  2. Train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
    At London Bridge, follow signs for trains towards Gatwick Airport (usually Thameslink or Southern services).

    • Board a southbound train that stops at Gatwick Airport.

  3. Arrive at Gatwick Airport
    Get off at Gatwick Airport station, which is inside the South Terminal.

    • From the station, follow signs through to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. From Sidney Webb House to London Bridge Station
    Start at Sidney Webb House and head to London Bridge Station.

    • It is around a 10 minute walk, or

    • You can take a taxi/Uber if you have lots of bags.

  2. Thameslink from London Bridge to Luton Station Interchange
    At London Bridge, follow signs for Thameslink trains.

    • Board a northbound Thameslink service towards Luton / Bedford

    • Get off at Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange.

  3. Shuttle bus to Luton Airport
    From Luton Station Interchange, head to the Luton Airport shuttle bus.

    • Get on the shuttle bus which takes you directly to Luton Airport.

  4. Head to departures
    Once you arrive at the airport, follow signs for Departures/check-in for your flight.


  1. Walk from Sidney Webb House to Borough Station
    Start at Sidney Webb House and walk to Borough Underground Station – it’s only a short walk.

  2. Northern line from Borough to Moorgate
    At Borough, head down to the London Underground (Tube).

    • Take the Northern Line (black line) northbound towards High Barnet / Mill Hill East / Edgware.

    • Get off at Moorgate.

  3. Walk from Moorgate to Liverpool Street Station
    From Moorgate, walk to London Liverpool Street Station – it’s about a 6 minute walk.

  4. Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport (Stansted Express / Greater Anglia)
    At Liverpool Street Station, follow signs for the mainline rail platforms.

    • Buy a ticket for a Greater Anglia or Stansted Express train to Stansted Airport.

    • Board your chosen train – the journey usually takes around 45–50 minutes.

  5. Arrive at Stansted Airport
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport railway station, follow the signs into the terminal and head to Departures/check-in for your flight.


Robeson House Exterior

From Robeson House

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

  1. Walk from Robeson House to Elephant & Castle Station
    Walk or take the Tube from Robeson House to Elephant & Castle Station.

  2. Northern line or Bakerloo → central London
    From Elephant & Castle, take the Northern or Bakerloo line towards central London. Transfer to Paddington Station or Tottenham Court Road (depending on your preference).

  3. Paddington to Heathrow via express train or Elizabeth line
    At London Paddington Station, board the Heathrow Express or the Elizabeth line for a direct ride to Heathrow. The trip takes around 15–25 minutes. We would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

  4. Arrive at Heathrow and follow terminal signs
    Once at Heathrow, follow the airport signs to your correct terminal for check-in and security.




  1. Walk from Robeson House to Victoria Station
    Walk or take the Tube from Robeson House to London Victoria Station.

  2. Gatwick Express or Thameslink from Victoria to Gatwick
    At Victoria Station, follow signs for the Gatwick Express or Thameslink to Gatwick Airport. The Gatwick Express takes about 30–35 minutes.

  3. Arrive at Gatwick Airport and follow signs to Departures
    Once you arrive at Gatwick Airport, follow signs to Departures/check-in for your flight.



  1. From Robeson House to St Pancras International
    Walk or take the Tube from Robeson House to St Pancras International Station.

  2. Thameslink from St Pancras to Luton Airport Parkway
    At St Pancras, board a northbound Thameslink train to Luton Airport Parkway.

  3. Luton DART shuttle from Parkway to Luton Airport terminal
    From Luton Station Interchange, take the Luton DART (shuttle) to Luton Airport terminal.

  4. Arrive at Luton Airport
    Once at the terminal, follow signs for Departures/check-in.




  1. From Robeson House to Liverpool Street Station
    Walk or take the Tube from Robeson House to Liverpool Street Station.

  2. Stansted Express / Greater Anglia from Liverpool Street to Stansted
    At Liverpool Street Station, buy a ticket for Stansted Express or Greater Anglia. Board the train to Stansted Airport — journey takes about 45–50 minutes.

  3. Arrive at Stansted Airport terminal
    Once at Stansted Airport, follow the signs into the terminal for Departures/check-in.



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From Westminster Bridge

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


  1. Walk from Westminster Bridge to Waterloo Station
    From Urbanest Westminster Bridge, walk to Waterloo Underground / railway station — it’s a short walk across the river or nearby.

  2. Waterloo to Paddington (Bakerloo or Underground + transfer)
    From Waterloo, take Bakerloo line (or Tube + short transfer) to Paddington Station.

  3. Paddington to Heathrow via Express train or Elizabeth line
    At London Paddington Station, board the Heathrow Express or the Elizabeth line for a direct ride to Heathrow. Journey takes around 15–25 minutes. We would recommend the Elizabeth line if you aren't pushed for time, as it is a much cheaper option from Paddington.

  4. Arrive at Heathrow and follow terminal signs
    Once at Heathrow, follow airport signs to your correct terminal for check‑in and security.



  1. From Westminster Bridge to Victoria Station
    From Urbanest Westminster Bridge, head to London Victoria Station (Tube or quick travel via nearby Tube lines).

  2. Gatwick Express or Thameslink from Victoria to Gatwick
    At Victoria, follow signs for Gatwick Express or a Thameslink/Southern train going to Gatwick Airport (South Terminal). The Gatwick Express journey takes about 30–35 minutes.

  3. Arrive at Gatwick Airport and follow signs to Departures
    Once at Gatwick Airport station, follow signs through to Departures/check-in for your flight.

  1. From Westminster Bridge to St Pancras International
    From Urbanest Westminster Bridge, travel via Tube (e.g. via Waterloo → central London) to St Pancras International Station.

  2. Thameslink from St Pancras to Luton Airport Parkway
    At St Pancras International, catch a northbound Thameslink train towards Luton / Bedford / Luton Airport Parkway.

  3. Shuttle or Luton DART from Parkway to Luton Airport terminal
    From Luton Airport Parkway / Luton Station Interchange, take the shuttle or Luton DART to Luton Airport terminal.

  4. Arrive at Luton Airport
    Once at the terminal, follow airport signs for Departures/check-in.



  1. From Westminster Bridge to Liverpool Street Station
    From Urbanest Westminster Bridge, use Tube/Underground to reach London Liverpool Street Station.

  2. Stansted Express or Greater Anglia from Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport
    At Liverpool Street Station, buy a ticket for Stansted Express or a Greater Anglia service to Stansted Airport. Journey takes around 45–50 minutes.

  3. Arrive at Stansted Airport terminal
    When you arrive at Stansted Airport railway station, follow signs into the terminal and head for Departures/check-in.


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