Trains to the Tower of London.

Ready for a historical day trip? Visit the Tower of London

The Tower of London is a huge part of historical London in the city that people come from around the world to see. And as it’s so central, with Avanti West Coast, you’ll have no problem getting there from anywhere in mainland Britain.

How to get to the Tower of London by train

Don’t worry about ways of getting to the Tower of London. There are lots of different ways to get there quickly and affordably. But for speed, comfort and convenience, you can’t beat going by train.

The Tower of London is conveniently located only minutes from several train stations. Take your local station to Tower Hill Underground Station, Monument Underground Station, London Bridge Station, Liverpool Street Station, or London Charing Cross Station. Walk five minutes from Tower Hill Underground Station to get to the Tower, about 15 minutes from Monument Underground or London Bridge Stations, 20 minutes from Liverpool Street, or about 25 minutes from London Charing Cross.

What to do at the Tower of London

There are plenty of things to do and experience when you visit the Tower of London. Take tours, experience the Ceremony of the Keys, or get a closer look at the Crown Jewels. Visiting the Tower can be an educational and fun experience.

If you choose to visit the Tower during the day, you can see the fortress and learn about the Tower of London’s earlier years as a formidable defence. Learn about how the Tower is still a working fortress today and view life-size metalwork soldiers. You can also meet the famous ravens that stay about the Tower and discover why they are called the Tower’s guardians. At night, you can take a Twilight Tour and experience the building’s history after dark. This tour takes place outdoors and gives you access to Traitor’s Gate, the outside of Bloody Tower, and much more.

The Ceremony of Keys is an ancient tradition that is still relevant to this day. The gates are locked each night to protect the priceless artefacts that are locked away in the Tower. Seeing the traditional process of locking up the Tower is an unforgettable experience and makes you realise you’re a part of this structure’s incredible history.

Speaking of things locked away in the Tower, the Crown Jewels have safely stayed in the Tower for centuries, and you can see them with your admission to the Tower of London. These gems are under guard at the Jewel House in the Tower of London.

About the Tower of London

The Tower of London is a World Heritage Site and part of the history of British royalty. The Tower was built in 1070 by William the Conqueror in the centre of his mighty fortress. The castle is known for its security, and it has been a host of royal jewels, possessions, and even the royal family through some scary times. The Tower is also the home of the Royal Mint, Royal Armouries, and for more than 600 years until the mid-1800s, there was even a zoo on site. Today, the Tower of London brings in over three million visitors annually.

Ways to save on your train ticket to the Tower of London

There are plenty of ways to save on your journey when getting to the Tower of London:

  • Save by booking directly with Avanti West Coast in advance, as you’ll avoid booking fees and get immediate savings.
  • Advance booking savings can be made when you book in advance. Book as far in advance as you can and you’ll be able to find the cheapest ticket price.
  • Advance booking can also help you get your seat of choice in the section you want, including Standard, Standard Premium, or First Class seats.
  • You can also save by travelling at off-peak times. Off-peak is when fewer people are likely to take the train, such as midday on a weekend. These tickets are available on the day or in advance, so you can get a ticket at a great price whenever you need it.
  • Railcards also help you save by providing a personalised card based on age or student status. With these cards, you can ride off-peak for one or three years and save money on every journey.

Bringing the whole family to the Tower? Save even more on your commute when you purchase family or child tickets. Children under five can ride with a fare-paying adult at no cost, and children between 5 and 15 can use a child ticket priced 50 per cent less than an adult ticket. There are also family cards – with this card, you can save a third of the cost of adult fares and 60 per cent on kids’ fares. These are available for up to four adults and four children.

Get the app

Get your train tickets to the Tower of London on the Avanti West Coast app. Find the cheapest tickets in no time on the app, use contactless pay, and secure your favourite seat. Get your digital ticket straight away with no fees, and even use the app to track your train while on the go. The Avanti West Coast app makes travelling by train affordable, convenient, and fun.

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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