London Marylebone Station, in the City of Westminster, serves the central Marylebone area, surrounded by affluent neighbourhoods, offices, and boutiques. It is within walking distance of Madame Tussauds, The Wallace Collection, Baker Street, and Oxford Street. Marylebone High Street is a few minutes' walk east of the station, opposite Regent's Park.
Marylebone is a key central London terminus operated by Chiltern Railways, with frequent services to Birmingham, Oxford, High Wycombe, and Aylesbury. Fast services to Birmingham Moor Street run up to twice per hour, taking around 1 hour 30 minutes. London Marylebone Station is the only London terminal station to receive only diesel trains.
London Marylebone Station opened on March 15, 1899 as the terminus of the Great Central Main Line, Marylebone Station is known for its modest Edwardian Baroque architecture. Marylebone station retains much of its original character while offering modern facilities and improved accessibility. Marylebone Station was originally designed to have eight platforms, but only four were built due to financial constraints. The station faced significant traffic decline after the closure of the Great Central Main Line in 1966.
In 2006, Marylebone Station was expanded to six platforms to accommodate increased passenger numbers.. Known for being quieter and more compact than other London termini, it provides a straightforward layout with less congestion. Marylebone has been featured in films including A Hard Day's Night.
Trains from London Marylebone run regularly to destinations including Birmingham, Banbury, Bicester, High Wycombe, Gerrards Cross, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Kidderminster.
Station Area Map
Main Entrance: Melcombe Place, off Marylebone Road.
Secondary Entrance: Harewood Avenue, also providing Underground access.
Step-free access is available via lifts and ramps.
Platforms: Six terminal platforms, fully accessible, serving Chiltern Railways on the Chiltern Main Line and branches.
Travelcard Zone: 1 (Oyster and contactless accepted).
The station concourse includes ticket gates, machines, a staffed office, retail outlets, cafés, and live departure boards. Clear wayfinding and compact layout help maintain smooth passenger flow. Bus stops nearby provide onward travel across central and north-west London.
Marylebone is the closest station to Lord's Cricket Ground.
The area around Marylebone is known for its good food, with many delis and restaurants.
Marylebone station has excellent links to the Bicester Village shopping outlet.
Station Details and Facilities
Address
London Marylebone Station, Melcombe Place, Marylebone, London NW1 6JJ
Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening Hours
09:30 – 16:30, Monday to Sunday
Ticket Barriers
Chiltern Railways Ticket Barriers
Smartcard Issued
Available
Smartcard Validator
Available
Smartcard Top Up
Available
Oyster Prepay
Available
Oyster cards can be purchased from the London Underground ticket machines at London Marylebone Station.
Oyster Top Up
Available
Oyster Validator
Available
Pre-Purchase Collection
Ticket Office / Ticket Machines
All ticket machines at London Marylebone Station are accessible with adjustable height displays.
London Underground Ticket Machines in the Underground Station
Travelcard Zone
The station is located in Zone 1 of London.
Staff Help
Staffing Level
London Marylebone Station has full-time staffing available.
Luggage
Left Luggage
No on-site left luggage; third-party services nearby.
Left Luggage Website
Short-walk secure storage available.
Facilities
Shops
Retail outlets within the station, nearby Marylebone High Street, and Selfridges offer more cafés and shops.
Postbox
There is a post box located on the concourse of London Marylebone Station.
Telephones
No public telephones; staff can assist in emergencies.
ATM
An ATM machine is available on the concourse of London Marylebone Station.
Bureau de Change
None; services nearby in central London.
Tourist Information Office
None; info available online or at local centres.
Nearest Station with More Facilities
Larger termini, such as Victoria, Paddington, and Euston, offer more services.
Toilets
Toilets are available on the main concourse area of London Marylebone Station. Toilet facilities onboard trains.
Showers
None
Baby Change
Baby changing facilities are available at London Marylebone Station.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is available at London Marylebone Station in concourse and waiting areas.
Web Kiosk
None
Refreshments
Marylebone Station has a variety of food and drink outlets, including coffee shops like Pret A Manger and Starbucks.
Waiting Room
Heated waiting areas and seating are available.
Seated Areas
Seated areas are available around the station concourse and on the platforms at London Marylebone Station.
CCTV
Covers entrances, concourse, platforms, and surrounding areas.
Taxis
There is a taxi rank located in front of London Marylebone Station.
Staffing And Customer Service
Staff Help Notes
Staff assistance is available on request at London Marylebone Station.
Staffed during operating hours for ticketing, travel info, and assistance.
Customer Service Notes
Support for journey planning, ticketing issues, and travel updates via staff, noticeboards, and digital displays.
Customer Help Points
Customer help points are available at London Marylebone Station.
Information is available from help points at all times the station is open.
CCTV
Closed Circuit Television is available at London Marylebone Station.
Covers station entrances, concourse, platforms, and surrounding areas.
Information Screens
Departure screens, arrival screens, and announcements are available at London Marylebone Station.
Bicycle Facilities
Cycle Storage
Secure cycle storage is available.
Cycle Storage Spaces
Cycle storage is available at London Marylebone Station with 462 spaces.
Sheltered Cycle Storage
Some racks are sheltered.
Cycle Storage CCTV
CCTV covers storage areas.
Cycle Storage Notes
Accessible during opening hours; short- to medium-term use; bicycles should be locked securely.
Bike Hire
A Santander Cycles docking station is located nearby at Boston Place.
Accessibility
Step-Free Access
Category B1 Station – Step-Free Access to All Platforms via lifts and ramps.
Lift Access
From Melcombe Place and Harewood Avenue station entrances.
Ramps for Train Access
Provided where needed; staff assistance available.
Wheelchairs Available
Available on request; pre-book recommended.
Induction Loop
Available at the ticket office and customer service points.
Accessible Ticket Machines
Accessible ticket machines are available at London Marylebone Station with adjustable height displays.
Accessible Booking Office Counter
Lowered counters for wheelchair users.
Accessible Taxis
Taxi rank located at Melcombe Place; wheelchair-accessible taxis available.
Accessible Toilet Facilities
Available; staff assistance may be needed.
Impaired Mobility Set Down
Near main entrances.
Assistance Meeting Point
Near concourse or primary entrances.
First Class Lounge
No dedicated lounge; onboard First Class facilities available on Chiltern Railways services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tube line is Marylebone Station on?
- Bakerloo line at London Marylebone Underground.
- Nearby Baker Street: Bakerloo, Jubilee, Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City.
Where do trains go from Marylebone Station?
- Birmingham Moor Street & Snow Hill: ~1h 30min
- High Wycombe: 30–35 min
- Oxford: via Bicester Village
- Aylesbury: 50 min
- Beaconsfield & Princes Risborough: local stops
Is Marylebone a nice area of London?
- Marylebone is an affluent area just north of London's West End.
- Elegant and safe; Georgian and Victorian architecture
- Marylebone High Street boutiques, cafés, restaurants
- Green spaces: Regent's Park, Paddington Street Gardens
- Attractions: Madame Tussauds, Wallace Collection, galleries, theatres
- Excellent transport links
What's near Marylebone Station?
- Attractions: Madame Tussauds, Regent's Park, Wallace Collection, Sherlock Holmes Museum
- Shopping & Dining: Marylebone High Street, Selfridges
- Transport: Tube (Bakerloo, Jubilee, Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City), buses
- Amenities: Hotels, supermarkets, pharmacies
- Parks & Recreation: Regent's Park