London O2 Arena: Which underground line do I take, and which tube station is closest?

London’s O2 Arena is surrounded by the River Thames, away from the hustle and bustle of the inner city. But while it is set apart, visitors can still easily get there by tube.

The beloved music and entertainment venue is situated on its own peninsula, with visitors able to get to the venue in a few different ways, including by boat and bus, as well as the underground.

Whether you’re tapping in using your contactless card or using a day travel card on the underground, the nearest station from the venue is less than a five-minute walk.

Navigating across the capital’s underground can be hard if you’re new to the city. While many Londoners will be familiar with the journey to the notorious venue, those visiting the city may not be so sure.

We break down what the nearest underground station to the iconic venue is and what line it is on.

Which tube station is closest to the London O2 Arena?

The world-famous music and entertainment venue is a brief stroll from North Greenwich underground station. According to Google Maps, the walk from the station to the arena is only a four-minute walk.

Once you come up from the underground station, you won’t be able to miss the familiar yellow spikes and white exterior of London’s O2. The walk to the entrance is also signposted, so you’ll be able to find your way to the venue without any worries.

Which underground line do I take to get to London O2 Arena?

North Greenwich is on the Jubilee line, which spans from east London right the way through to the west. Eastbound services run to Stratford, while westbound trains end at Stanmore.

The O2 is not the only music and entertainment venue on the line, as Wembley Park is the home of Wembley Stadium.

If you are travelling in from outside of the Jubilee line, you can plan your journey using either the TFL Planner or Citymapper. Both services will show how you will be able to switch to the Jubilee in order to get to North Greenwich.