Quick answer: For The O2 (London’s O2 Arena), use
Take the Jubilee line to North Greenwich as the first transport
or proximity choice. For accommodation, start with
North Greenwich / Greenwich Peninsula. The main post-show rule is:
Expect a concentrated queue at North Greenwich after the show; staying on Greenwich Peninsula removes that bottleneck.
Research updated July 20, 2026. Exact train times, room prices and opening
hours remain date-specific.
The decisions that matter most
Getting to The O2 (London’s O2 Arena)
The primary station or transport reference for venue planning is
the nearest stop shown by a live public-transport route to the venue pin. Use the route table below as a planning
baseline, then allow additional time for event-day queues, road controls and the final approach.
| Starting point | Route | Useful planning time |
|---|---|---|
| London Bridge / Waterloo / Westminster | Take the Jubilee line eastbound directly to North Greenwich | Allow roughly 25–45 minutes including station and entry queues Central London hotels on the Jubilee line |
| Canary Wharf | Take the Jubilee line one stop east to North Greenwich | Allow roughly 15–30 minutes door to door with event crowds Short transit plus broader hotel choice |
Check a live public-transport route
Transport details that prevent mistakes
Tube default: North Greenwich on the Jubilee line
The O2 says North Greenwich is beside the venue, about 20 minutes from central London and 10 minutes from Stratford under normal conditions. Use TfL Journey Planner for the exact show night and avoid adding an unnecessary central-London interchange.
24-hour bus fallback to Waterloo
Routes 108, 129, 132, 161, 188, 422, 472 and 486 serve North Greenwich. The O2 specifically identifies route 188 as a 24-hour direct link via Greenwich and Waterloo, useful when the Tube plan changes.
River and cable-car alternatives
Uber Boat serves North Greenwich Pier from central-London piers, while the cable car links Greenwich Peninsula with Royal Victoria DLR. Treat both as checked alternatives, not guaranteed late-night exits: verify the event-date timetable and weather before relying on them.
Pickup and accessible arrival
The free general pickup/drop-off point is in Car Park 1 off Millennium Way; the taxi rank is on East Parkside. North Greenwich provides lifts and step-free access to all platforms, and the accessible vehicle drop-off is about 150 metres from the main entrance.
The return trip after the concert
- Expect a concentrated queue at North Greenwich after the show; staying on Greenwich Peninsula removes that bottleneck.
- For a central hotel, remain on the Jubilee line where possible and check TfL status plus the last train for the exact performance date.
Choose a plan that matches your trip
| Your priority | Planning approach |
|---|---|
| Shortest return after the concert | Start with hotels near The O2, then verify the walking or transit route. |
| Better all-round city visit | Use central London, United Kingdom if a longer concert commute is acceptable. |
Where to stay
The ranking below is based on the actual post-show burden, access to food and the usefulness of
the area on the next morning—not straight-line distance alone.
- North Greenwich / Greenwich Peninsula: Best for a walkable return after any of the ten London performances. — see current rooms and prices
- Canary Wharf or London Bridge: More hotels and dining with direct Jubilee-line access to North Greenwich. — see current rooms and prices
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Food before and after the event
- The O2 complex itself lists more than 30 bars and restaurants, making it the simplest pre-show dining zone; book or arrive early on concert nights.
- Canary Wharf is the stronger alternative for a wider sit-down meal before taking the Jubilee line one stop to North Greenwich.
See current restaurants near the venue
· See late-night options near North Greenwich / Greenwich Peninsula
Luggage, payment, weather and connectivity
- Review the event page and venue notice for bag, entry, payment and permitted-item rules.
- Check the London, United Kingdom forecast and live transport service on the performance date.
Check before travel: Transport service, hotel inventory, restaurant hours, entry rules and pickup zones can change. Recheck the exact concert date.
Things to do nearby
- London, United Kingdom attractions: Use a live map to choose a daytime stop that fits the hotel and venue route. Open attractions map
- Parks and museums near The O2: Check current opening information before adding a nearby stop. Open nearby places map
Event-day checklist
- Match the performance date on the ticket, hotel booking and transport plan.
- Leave large luggage at the hotel or a major station unless the concert announces baggage storage.
- Save the return route before entering and budget for a much slower exit than the inbound trip.
- For a late finish, save a food option near North Greenwich / Greenwich Peninsula
and another near your final hotel. - Check the local forecast and the venue’s permitted-items rules before choosing rain, heat or cold-weather gear.
Official planning sources
Use the current event timetable for the final train and entry decision. The recommendations
above are designed to narrow the choices before you book.