Shepherd's Bush Market Station – Information for Travellers

Overview

Shepherd’s Bush Market Station is a busy Underground station serving the Hammersmith & City and Circle lines. It sits on an elevated viaduct above Uxbridge Road and provides convenient access to Shepherd’s Bush Market, the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, and the surrounding shopping and food areas.

Important Information – Not the Same as Shepherd’s Bush Station

Many travellers confuse Shepherd’s Bush Market Station with Shepherd’s Bush Station. They are separate stations serving different lines.

Shepherd’s Bush Market Station (This Page)

• Underground only — no Overground or National Rail.
• Lines: Hammersmith & City Line, Circle Line.
• Structure: Elevated viaduct station.
• Best for: Shepherd’s Bush Market, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.

Shepherd’s Bush Station (Different Station)

• Serves the Central Line, London Overground, and Southern (National Rail).
• Located beside Westfield London Shopping Centre.
• Major interchange hub.

In summary: Shepherd’s Bush Market = H&C + Circle (Tube only). Shepherd’s Bush = Central + Overground + Southern (Interchange).

Lines and Services

London Underground

• Hammersmith & City Line – to Hammersmith, Paddington, King’s Cross, Barking
• Circle Line – to Hammersmith, Edgware Road, Liverpool Street
• Typical journey times:
  • Shepherd’s Bush Market → Hammersmith: ~5 minutes
  • Shepherd’s Bush Market → Paddington: ~12 minutes
  • Shepherd’s Bush Market → King’s Cross: ~20 minutes

Station Facilities

• Ticket machines
• Shops and food stalls nearby
• Cycle parking
• Step‑free access (limited)

Accessibility

Shepherd’s Bush Market Station offers basic accessibility features:

• Tactile paving
• Clear signage
• Assistance available when staff are present

Step‑free access is limited and may require assistance.

Local Area

Shepherd’s Bush Market Station is ideal for exploring the vibrant local area:

• Shepherd’s Bush Market – food, clothing, world cuisine
• O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire – major music venue
• Uxbridge Road – restaurants and shops
• Westfield London – 10–12 minutes’ walk
• BBC Television Centre – nearby media hub

The area is lively, multicultural, and full of independent shops and food stalls.