Getting to Wembley Stadium: A Complete Guide for Sports Fans and Concert Goers

Wembley Stadium, the iconic 90,000-capacity venue in northwest London, hosts everything from England football matches and FA Cup finals to the biggest concerts and events. Whether you're catching a match or seeing your favorite artist perform under the famous arch, getting to Wembley is easier than you might think.

Getting to London First

From the Airports

Heathrow Airport

• Piccadilly Line to central London (45-60 minutes, £5.50)
• Heathrow Express to Paddington (15 minutes, £25+)
• Elizabeth Line to central London (30-45 minutes, £12.80)

Gatwick Airport

• Gatwick Express to Victoria (30 minutes, £20+)
• Southern Rail to Victoria or London Bridge (30-45 minutes, £10-15)

Stansted Airport

• Stansted Express to Liverpool Street (35 minutes, £19+)
• National Express bus to Victoria Coach Station (55 minutes, £12+)

Luton Airport

• Luton Airport Express bus to Luton Airport Parkway, then train to central London (45-60 minutes total, £17+)

By Train

London has multiple major stations:

• King's Cross St. Pancras - Eurostar and northern England services
• Victoria - Southern England and Gatwick Airport Express
• Paddington - Western England and Heathrow Express
• Liverpool Street - Eastern England and Stansted Express

All connect to the London Underground for onward travel to Wembley.

Getting to Wembley Stadium

By Underground (Recommended)

Wembley Park Station (Metropolitan & Jubilee Lines)

• Direct connection to the stadium via Wembley Way (5-minute walk)
• Best option for large events as it handles crowds efficiently
• From central London: 20-25 minutes

Wembley Central Station (Bakerloo Line & Overground)

• 10-minute walk to the stadium
• Less crowded alternative, especially post-event
• From central London: 25-30 minutes

Journey Times from Key London Areas:

• Central London (Oxford Circus): Jubilee Line direct to Wembley Park (18 minutes)
• King's Cross: Metropolitan Line direct to Wembley Park (25 minutes)
• London Bridge: Jubilee Line direct to Wembley Park (35 minutes)
• Paddington: Bakerloo Line direct to Wembley Central (20 minutes)

By National Rail

Wembley Stadium Station

• Chiltern Railways services from London Marylebone (12 minutes)
• Direct access to the stadium
• Limited service frequency - check timetables

By Car

Driving is strongly discouraged for events. Wembley operates a Car Free Zone on event days with road closures. If you must drive:

• Park at designated car parks (book in advance, £25-40)
• Use Park & Ride services from outer London
• Expect severe delays leaving after events

Event Day Tips

For Football Matches

• Arrive 90 minutes before kickoff
• Wembley Way gets extremely busy 1 hour before kick-off
• Consider using Wembley Central for a quieter approach
• Pubs around Wembley Park fill up quickly - book ahead

For Concerts

• Doors typically open 2-3 hours before the main act
• Sound checks may be audible from outside in the afternoon
• Food options inside are expensive - eat beforehand
• Weather can change quickly - bring layers for outdoor queuing

General Advice

• Buy transport tickets in advance to avoid queues
• Download offline maps - mobile networks get congested
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking and standing
• Bring a portable charger for your phone
• Follow @wembleystadium on social media for live transport updates
• Plan your return journey - queues for trains can be 30+ minutes after events

Getting Home After Events

• Stay patient - 90,000 people leaving simultaneously takes time
• Wembley Park: Expect 20-45 minute queues for trains
• Wembley Central: Usually less crowded but longer walk
• Consider waiting 30 minutes before leaving to avoid peak crowds
• Night Tube runs on weekends on Jubilee Line for late finishes

Alternative Transport

Bus Services Regular bus services (83, 92, 182, 224) connect Wembley to surrounding areas, but avoid on event days due to road closures.

Walking/Cycling - From Harrow: 25-minute walk via Preston Road - Cycling: Limited secure bike parking available (book ahead)

Where to Stay

For the best stadium access, consider hotels near:

• Wembley Park - Walking distance to stadium
• Baker Street - Direct Metropolitan Line to Wembley Park
• King's Cross - Direct Metropolitan Line, plus excellent transport links
• Paddington - Direct Bakerloo Line to Wembley Central

The journey to Wembley is part of the experience, especially on big match days or concert nights when the excitement builds as you join thousands of fellow fans making their way to one of the world's most famous venues.