How to get to O2 Arena in London

29 September 2025

Attending a big concert, a football match, or a big event in London is an unforgettable experience - but navigating the city before and after the show can be tricky, especially with heavy traffic and public transport crowds. Planning your route ahead of time will help you enjoy the evening without stress. This article will guide you through how to reach The O2 from central London and Stratford, especially if you come to London by plane.

How to get to the O2 from central London

One of the best ways to get to The O2 from central London is via the Jubilee line of the London Underground: take the Jubilee line to North Greenwich station, which is right next to The O2.

From central London, it typically takes about 20 minutes to reach North Greenwich by tube.

You can also combine bus or other transit modes depending on where in central London you're located, but using the tube to North Greenwich is usually the most direct.

Once you step off at North Greenwich, you’re only a short walk away from the concert hall itself. It takes roughly 3 to 5 minutes by foot to reach The O2 from the station entrance.

If you prefer, there are covered walkways and clearly signposted pedestrian paths connecting the station to the arena, making the transfer straightforward even during busy concert nights.

If the tube doesn’t serve your starting area, buses are a great alternative. Several bus routes stop at North Greenwich station, including 108, 129, 132, 161, 188, 422, 472, and 486.

One especially useful option is the 188 bus — it runs 24 hours and provides a direct link between central London (via Waterloo) and North Greenwich.

How to get to London by plane

If you’re flying into London, you probably already know that London has several airports -Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and London City - each with different strengths in terms of route network and transit connections.

Stansted is often one of the most convenient choices for concertgoers, especially if you're booking at the last minute. It’s a major hub for low-cost airlines, so even spontaneous or discounted flights frequently land there.

From Stansted you have flexibility: you can head straight into central London or you can stop at Redbridge or Stratford - a smart move if you're arriving the same day as the show. From Stratford, it’s a quick tube ride (Jubilee line) to The O2.

From Stansted to Stratford, Redbridge or Liverpool Street in central London

If you are looking for a fast and convenient connection, choose Flibco bus from Stansted to London. The service was launched in April 2025, connecting Stansted with London in a frequent, 24/7 schedule.

Coaches depart every 30 minutes, day and night, stopping at Redbridge, Stratford and Liverpool Street.
From Stansted to Stratford, the journey takes about 50 minutes; to Liverpool Street, approximately 90 minutes, depending on traffic. If you would like to save time, you can get off at Redbridge Station after about 30 minutes, take the Central Line to Stratford, and then change to the Jubilee Line for The O2.
Tickets are valid all day (up to 4 AM) if your flight is delayed, and there are flexible ticket options.
The service is competitively priced and often cheaper than many rail alternatives, making it ideal for cost-conscious travelers.

So in short: if your flight lands at Stansted, you won’t be stuck. Use Flibco to bridge your way into London, Redbridge or Stratford, then hop onto the Tube or local transit for the final leg to The O2.

o2 Arena Image: credits Robert Pittman via Flickr