Address: 248 Oxford Street, London W1C 1DH, United Kingdom | Find on Maps
The Twist Museum is located in the heart of London on Oxford Street, one of the city’s busiest shopping and entertainment streets. It is surrounded by retail stores, cafés, and attractions and is very easy to reach via central London transport links.
Closest landmark: Oxford Circus Station — approximately 1 minute walk away, one of the main Underground interchanges in Central London.
Getting to Twist Museum by public transport
Travel time: 0–2 mins from Oxford Circus
Closest station: Oxford Circus Station
Timings: First trains from 5 am; last trains around midnight (varies by line)
Take the Bakerloo, Central, or Victoria Line to Oxford Circus. Exit onto Oxford Street and walk less than 1 minute east toward number 248. The museum is directly on Oxford Street, making it one of the easiest London attractions to reach by Tube.
Travel time: 5–15 mins from Central London
Closest stop: Oxford Circus Station / Oxford Street stops
Timings: Buses typically run from ~5:00am to ~11:30pm
Bus routes including 7, 8, 55, 73, 94, 98, 390, 453 all stop near Oxford Circus. Get off at Oxford Circus and walk along Oxford Street toward the museum. The entrance is just a short walk away on the main road.
Travel time: 10–20 mins from central rail hubs (e.g., King’s Cross / Paddington)
Closest station: Oxford Circus via Underground connection
Arrive at major London terminals like King’s Cross, Paddington, or Victoria, then transfer to the Tube and take the Central, Victoria, or Bakerloo Line directly to Oxford Circus. From there, it is a 1-minute walk to the Twist Museum on Oxford Street.
Travel time: 10–25 mins, depending on traffic, from Central London
Closest drop-off: Oxford Street (near Oxford Circus)
Timings: Available 24/7
Use services like Uber, Bolt, or black cabs in London. Ask for drop-off at Oxford Circus / 248 Oxford Street. From the drop-off point, the museum entrance is within a very short walking distance on Oxford Street.
Getting to Twist Museum by car
Driving route
Travel time: 15–40 mins from Central London (depending on traffic)
Distance: ~3–8 km from central London areas such as Oxford Circus
Peak traffic hours: 8–10 am, 5–7 pm
Routes: Fastest via A40 (Westway) and Marylebone Road toward Oxford Circus; alternative routes via Regent Street, depending on congestion
Congestion Charge: The museum is located within the London Congestion Charge zone
Driving to Twist Museum is straightforward but often slowed by central London traffic. Most routes funnel toward Oxford Circus via major roads such as the A40 and Marylebone Road, with final access via Oxford Street.
Parking facilities
There is no dedicated parking at Twist Museum due to its Oxford Street location. Visitors need to use the nearby public or commercial car parks within walking distance.
Nearby parking options:
Q-Park Oxford Street – approx. 5–8 min walk, central Oxford Street facility
Q-Park Cavendish Square – approx. 5–7 min walk, near Oxford Circus
NCP London Soho – approx. 10–12 min walk, multi-storey parking in the Soho area
Q-Park Park Lane – approx. 12–15 min walk, large central car park near Hyde Park
Parking is limited and expensive in this area, so public transport is generally the easier option for visiting Twist Museum.
Accessibility at Twist Museum
Twist Museum is wheelchair accessible with step-free entry and lift access available within the building. Most of the exhibition spaces are designed for easy movement, although a small number of installations include inclines that may be more challenging for some visitors.
Public transport: Most London buses serving Oxford Street are wheelchair accessible with low-floor entry and ramps. Oxford Circus Station is the nearest Tube station, with step-free access available at selected entrances and additional nearby accessible stations within central London.
Driving & parking: There is no on-site parking at Twist Museum. Accessible parking bays are available at nearby central London car parks, including Q-Park facilities, subject to availability and local regulations.
Entrance: The main entrance on Oxford Street is step-free from street level, allowing straightforward access for wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility.
Cycling / Walking to Twist Museum
Best for: Oxford Street shopping strolls, West End sightseeing, short central London walks
Travel time: Walk/ Cycle for 1-2 minutes
Distance: 100–300m from Oxford Circus Station
Walking to Twist Museum is extremely quick and straightforward from Oxford Circus Station, as the museum is located directly on Oxford Street. Exit the station and walk east along Oxford Street for less than a minute to reach number 248, passing busy retail stores and cafés along the way.
Cycling is also a fast option via nearby central London cycle lanes, with docking stations located around Oxford Circus and Regent Street, making it easy to access the museum from surrounding West End areas.
Compare your travel options
Mode of transport
Travel time (approx. from Oxford Circus Station)
Estimated cost
Best for
🚶 Walking
1–2 mins
£0
Fastest and most direct option
🚇 Tube (Underground)
5–15 mins (from nearby central stations)
£2–£5
Travelling from wider London areas
🚌 Bus
10–20 mins
£1.75–£3
Budget-friendly travel along Oxford Street routes
🚗 Car / Taxi
10–25 mins
£10–£30+
Comfort and door-to-door convenience (traffic dependent)
Frequently asked questions about getting to Twist Museum
The easiest way to reach Twist Museum is by the London Underground to Oxford Circus Station, followed by a 1–2 minute walk along Oxford Street. It is the most direct option for visitors coming from anywhere in central London.
You can take the Bakerloo, Central, or Victoria lines to Oxford Circus Station, which is the closest Tube stop. Several bus routes also serve Oxford Street, with stops just a short walk from the museum entrance.
There is no on-site parking at Twist Museum. Visitors can use nearby paid car parks such as Q-Park Oxford Street or Cavendish Square, both within a 5–10 minute walk of the attraction.
The most convenient drop-off point is Oxford Street near Oxford Circus. From there, it is a very short walk to 248 Oxford Street, where the museum entrance is located, making it easy for taxi and ride-hailing services.
From central London locations like Soho, Mayfair, or Covent Garden, the quickest option is usually the Tube to Oxford Circus or a direct taxi ride. Both typically take under 15 minutes depending on traffic or train connections.