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Directions to Madame Tussauds London I Getting there via public transport

Where is Madame Tussauds London located?

Address: Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5LR, United Kingdom

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Madame Tussauds London sits on Marylebone Road in central London, close to Baker Street and Regent’s Park. The Madame Tussauds London location is particularly convenient by Tube, with Baker Street Station only a short walk from the entrance. Baker Street is the fastest option from most central London neighbourhoods, while buses and hop-on hop-off services provide convenient alternatives.

Closest Landmark: The Regent's Park (640m)

Compare your travel options

Mode of transportTravel timeEstimated costBest for

🚇 Tube

5–20 mins + walk

From £2.00

Someone who is looking for the fastest option from central London

🚌 Bus

10–30 mins + walk

From £1.75

Someone looking for direct routes without changing

🚆 National Rail

5–15 mins + walk

From £3

Visitors arriving at Marylebone

🚌 Hop-on hop-off bus

Varies

From £35

Visitor wanting to sightsee across central London

🚗 Car

15–40 mins

Varies, depending on where you park your car

Door-to-door travel

🚕 Taxi

10–30 mins

Around £10–25

Someone looking for utmost convenience and accessibility

🚶 Walking

10–40 mins

Free

Someone residing in nearby neighbourhoods

How to get to Madame Tussauds London location

Baker Street Station is the nearest Madame Tussauds London tube station, about a 2-minute walk from the attraction. It is served by the Bakerloo, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Jubilee and Metropolitan lines. From central London, the Tube is generally the quickest and most predictable option.

  • Nearest station: Baker Street
  • Lines: Bakerloo, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Jubilee and Metropolitan
  • Walk: About 2 minutes
  • Fare: From around £2 with contactless or Oyster
  • Accessibility: Baker Street has step-free access to some services, but not all platforms are fully step-free.
  • Hack: Check your exact line and platform accessibility before travelling if you need step-free access.

Several London bus routes stop around Baker Street and Marylebone Road, making buses useful if you are travelling from nearby neighbourhoods without a convenient Tube connection.

  • Routes: 2, 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 113, 139, 189, 205, 274 and 453
  • Nearest stop: Baker Street Station
  • Travel time: Around 10–30 minutes from central London
  • Fare: From £1.75
  • Accessibility: London buses are low-floor and wheelchair accessible, with dedicated wheelchair spaces.
  • Hack: Use TfL journey planning before leaving, as several routes serve the same area but approach from different directions.

Marylebone Station is the nearest National Rail station to Madame Tussauds London. From the station, the attraction is within walking distance, making rail useful for visitors arriving from northwest London and surrounding areas.

  • Nearest station: London Marylebone
  • Walk: Around 5–10 minutes
  • Travel time: Varies by departure station
  • Fare: Varies by origin and ticket type
  • Accessibility: Marylebone Station has step-free access between street level and platforms.
  • Hack: If your National Rail journey ends at Marylebone, walking is usually simpler than changing to another Tube service.

Driving to the Madame Tussauds London location is possible, but it is rarely the simplest option because central London traffic can make journey times unpredictable.

  • Route: Via the A4200 and A501 route
  • Travel time: Around 15–40 minutes depending on traffic and starting point
  • Parking: There is no dedicated Madame Tussauds car park.
  • Nearest listed parking: Waterloo Car Park
  • Accessibility: Check the chosen car park for accessible bays and step-free access before travelling.
  • Hack: Avoid driving during weekday commuter peaks; public transport is usually more predictable around central London.

Taxis can drop visitors close to Madame Tussauds on Marylebone Road and are useful when travelling with luggage, young children or mobility needs.

  • Travel time: Around 10–30 minutes from central London
  • Fare: Roughly £10–25, depending on distance and traffic
  • Drop-off: Marylebone Road near the attraction
  • Accessibility: London's black cabs are wheelchair accessible.
  • Hack: Allow extra time during weekday rush hours, when short central-London journeys can take considerably longer.

Walking is a practical option from nearby Marylebone, Regent's Park and Baker Street. The surrounding streets are mostly straightforward to navigate, with the attraction positioned directly on Marylebone Road.

  • From Baker Street: About 2 minutes
  • From Marylebone Station: Around 5–10 minutes
  • From Regent's Park: Around 7-10 minutes
  • Cost: Free
  • Accessibility: Pavements around Marylebone Road are generally step-free, though crossings and pedestrian congestion can slow wheelchair users.
  • Hack: Baker Street is close enough that walking from the station is usually easier than taking another connection.

Traffic, timing and practical tips

  • London road traffic is busiest around 7:30 to 9:30am and 4 to 7pm, making the Tube more predictable than driving.
  • Tourist traffic around Baker Street and Marylebone Road generally builds from late morning, particularly during weekends and school holidays.
  • If travelling by car, avoid weekday commuter peaks and allow extra time for finding parking.
  • If traffic builds around Marylebone Road, use the Tube to Baker Street rather than continuing by taxi or car.
  • Check Google Maps and TfL journey information shortly before leaving for live disruptions and road conditions.

Other transport services

Airport transfers

Pre-booked airport transfers can take you directly to central London, after which you can continue to Madame Tussauds by Tube, taxi or bus.

Hop-on hop-off buses

Madame Tussauds is directly served by major sightseeing operators, including Big Bus, Golden Tours, City Sightseeing and Tootbus, making it useful for multi-attraction days.

London transport passes

An Oyster card, contactless payment or a suitable London travel pass can simplify Tube and bus journeys. Contactless is particularly convenient for visitors making several journeys in one day.

Frequently asked questions about getting to Madame Tussauds London

The Tube is usually the best option. Baker Street Station is the nearest Tube station and is served by five lines, putting Madame Tussauds within a roughly two-minute walk.