Best way to travel between different West End theatres?

Question

If seeing multiple shows or exploring the area, what&#8217;s the easiest way to get around the main theatre district? Walking? Tube? Bus?

hjj · Answer

Honestly, the West End is compact enough that walking is the easiest way if you’re hopping between theatres. Most venues around Shaftesbury Avenue, Leicester Square, and Covent Garden are within a 10–15 minute stroll of each other. You’ll save time too, since post-show tube stations like Leicester Square or Covent Garden can get quite congested.

That said, if you’re coming from further out (say Apollo Victoria by Victoria Station or the Bridge Theatre near Tower Bridge), the Tube is quickest. Buses can be a slower option in central traffic, but they’re a nice way to get a view if you’re not in a rush.

A good rule of thumb: walk within Soho/Covent Garden, Tube for longer hops, and bus if you’d like to sightsee on the move.

rohit · Answer

If you’re sticking to the West End itself, walking is honestly the easiest way because most theatres are clustered within 10–15 minutes of each other around Shaftesbury Avenue, Leicester Square, Covent Garden and Soho. It also means you can soak up the buzz of the streets, nip into a café or grab a pre-show bite without worrying about transport.

That said, the Tube is your best bet if you’re hopping across town (say, from the South Bank or Kensington). Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Piccadilly Circus, and Tottenham Court Road stations all put you right in the thick of it.