Trains to the Chelsea Flower Show

Wander through award-winning gardens and get tips to help your own flowers and plants flourish at the Chelsea Flower Show. You may spot a celebrity or two at this botanical wonderland.

Plus, if you travel there on an Avanti West Coast train, you can relax knowing your journey is in safe hands. Once you've arrived, you might need help finding your way to the show. That's why we've answered some of the most commonly asked questions, below.

What to do at the Chelsea Flower Show

Whether you’re a houseplant parent, an enthusiastic gardener or just love nature, the Chelsea Flower Show has plenty to explore. Taking place between the 23rd and 27th of May 2023 at The Royal Hospital Chelsea, this annual event is run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). As always, it promises a feast for the senses.

Central to the event are the show gardens. This is where exhibitors from around the world build stunning outdoor spaces. It’s both for visitors to explore and the show’s expert panel to judge. Inspired by community, charitable and personal causes, these temporary sanctuaries give any green-fingered person plenty to discover and admire.

To immerse yourself even further, step into the show’s Great Pavilion. Here, you’ll see and smell plants and flowers from the world’s best growers. Alternatively, take a peek at the Houseplant Studios in Ranelagh Gardens to get some inspiration for your home. Or, have your mind blown by the exciting gadgets and innovations in the Discovery Zone.

Plus, there’s plenty for shopaholics and food lovers to enjoy. Pick up a gift for your garden-loving friend from one of the artisan makers.

You can also sample the first taste of summer at the Ranelagh or Champagne & Seafood restaurants, or take afternoon tea in the Drawing Room. Or, grab a bite from one of the cafes or food courts to fuel an afternoon of exploring.

Getting to Chelsea Flower Show

There are many ways to get to the Chelsea Flower Show. However, for the most relaxed journey from outside the capital, there’s no better option than to hop on an Avanti West Coast train to Chelsea Flower Show.

The closest station to the showground is Sloane Square. Take a train to London Euston from Birmingham, Manchester or Glasgow and then jump on the underground ready to visit Chelsea Flower Show.

Getting to London Euston >

London Euston at a glance

  • Accessible Taxis

    The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts.

    You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482.

    The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.

  • Accessible Ticket Machines

    Mobility Assistance will help passengers buying tickets if required.

  • Customer Help Points

    A dedicated Mobility Assistance Reception is located on the main concourse adjacent to the ticket office.

    Monday-Saturday 07:00-23:00Sunday 08:00-23:00

  • Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter

    Avanti West Coast have a height adjusted ticket counter which can be found in the ticket office on the left hand side of the Main Concourse when entering the station.

  • Impaired Mobility Set Down

    Assistance is available to and from platforms, the car park and the taxi rank. You can request this from the Mobility Assistance Lounge Reception that can be found on the left hand side of the main entrance or from any member of staff. It is advised to use the Mobility assistance number at London Euston Station on 02079226482 if being booked on the day. It is preferred if assistance is booked 24 hour in advance using the following numbers of the train company you are travelling with.

  • Induction Loop
    Yes
  • National Key Toilets

    These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.

  • Ramp For Train Access
    Yes
  • Staff Help Available

    Monday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Tuesday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Wednesday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Thursday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Friday – 04:30 to 02:00
    Saturday – 04:30 to 02:00
    Sunday – 05:15 to 01:30

    Help is available from the Mobility Assistance Reception (if closed please use number on the reception door) or see any member of station staff. Mobility Assistance Reception is open 07:00-23:00 Monday to Saturday and 08:00-23:00 on Sunday. 

    Disabled assistance is available to and from platforms, the car park and the taxi rank & drop off area. You can request this from the Mobility Assistance Reception that can be found on the main concourse between Boots & the ticket office or from any member of staff. It is preferred if assistance is booked 24 hour in advance using the following numbers of the train company you are travelling with:

  • Step Free Access

    Suitable for disabled passengers. Level access to all platforms via ramps. Lifts provided between concourse, taxi & car park and London Underground ticket hall.

    Lift access is available to the Underground ticket hall, however the Underground station itself has only escalators & stairs. Nearby Euston Square station has step-free access Westbound only to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines.

    For more information on the accessibility on London Transport click here.

  • Wheelchairs Available
    Yes
  • This station does not offer

    Accessible Public Telephones

  • Buying / collecting tickets
  • Getting to / from the station
  • Station Facilities