Train Tickets to London Blackfriars
St Albans City to London Blackfriars
30m
Gatwick Airport to London Blackfriars
35m
London St Pancras International to London Blackfriars
7m
Train travel to London Blackfriars guide
London Blackfriars station, situated on the banks of the River Thames, primarily provides Thameslink rail services connecting suburban areas with central London. The station underwent a significant renovation in 2009 and is now a vital and busy hub, used by millions of passengers each year. Notably, the Blackfriars railway Bridge has become the world's largest solar panel bridge, supplying energy to the station.
The station offers various route services, including local routes from North to South London, regional routes connecting Bedford and Cambridge to Brighton, and limited Southeastern commuter routes to Southeast London and Kent. The station also includes a London Underground line, served by the Circle and District lines, enabling convenient transfers between the Underground and railway services. Moreover, many popular attractions like St. Paul's Cathedral, Tate Modern, and Millennium Bridge are nearby and well worth the visit.
Which train companies run trains to London Blackfriars?
Thameslink and Gatwick Express all provide services to and from London Blackfriars for various locations in the UK. Who provides your specific journey will depend on when you travel, and different providers can vary in price and duration, so be sure to check when booking.
What are London Blackfriars's opening hours?
Typically 0:01 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.
Pick up & drop off at London Blackfriars
You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with London Blackfriars's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.
Connectivity of the London Blackfriars?
With frequent trains to London Blackfriars from hubs like Brighton, Gatwick Airport, Luton, Brighton and London, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.
London Blackfriars live timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from London Blackfriars, check now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
London Blackfriars to Peterborough | 12:07 | 2 | Thameslink | On time |
London Blackfriars to Sutton (London) | 12:08 | 1 | Thameslink | On time |
London Blackfriars to St Albans City | 12:09 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
London Blackfriars to Luton | 12:09 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
London Blackfriars to Bedford | 12:14 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
---|---|---|---|---|
St Albans City to London Blackfriars | 11:22 | 1 | Thameslink | Cancelled |
Sutton (London) to London Blackfriars | 11:21 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
Luton to London Blackfriars | 11:20 | 2 | Thameslink | Delayed |
Brighton to London Blackfriars | 11:02 | 5 | Thameslink | On time |
Bedford to London Blackfriars | 11:03 | 2 | Thameslink | On time |
Station Details
Address: London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
Facilities
Cashpoint
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Taxi Rank
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
How to buy cheap train tickets to London Blackfriars
Book in Advance
Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Use the Railcard
Using a Railcard to get an average of 1/3 off and explore more train routes for commuting, family & friends trips and weekend getaways.
Travel in off-peak time
Save on train fare by avoiding peak times and travelling off-peak, allowing for the flexibility of your travel schedule.
Split Tickets
Save an extra 30% on train fare by splitting a long train journey into two parts and enjoy the same service at a cheaper price.