Oxford Circus Station – Information for Travellers

Overview

Oxford Circus Station is one of London’s busiest Underground interchanges, serving the Bakerloo, Central, and Victoria lines. Located at the junction of Oxford Street and Regent Street, it provides fast access to the West End, Soho, Mayfair, and major shopping districts. The station handles extremely high passenger volumes, especially during peak hours and weekends.

Lines and Services

London Underground

• Bakerloo Line – to Paddington, Baker Street, Waterloo
• Central Line – to Marble Arch, Liverpool Street, Stratford
• Victoria Line – to Victoria, King’s Cross, Walthamstow
• Typical journey times:
  • Oxford Circus → Victoria: ~3 minutes
  • Oxford Circus → King’s Cross: ~6 minutes
  • Oxford Circus → Liverpool Street: ~10 minutes

Station Facilities

• Ticket machines
• Shops and cafés nearby
• Cycle parking
• No step‑free access

Accessibility

Oxford Circus Station is a deep‑level station with stairs and escalators only. It is not step‑free and can become very crowded during peak times.

Local Area

Oxford Circus is at the heart of London’s West End, surrounded by world‑class shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions:

• Oxford Street – major retail destination
• Regent Street – flagship stores and dining
• Soho – nightlife, restaurants, theatres
• Carnaby Street – fashion and independent boutiques
• Mayfair – luxury shopping and galleries

The area is vibrant, energetic, and ideal for shopping, entertainment, and exploring central London.