How to Get to Islington
Islington is exceptionally well connected, no matter which direction you’re travelling from. With ten London Underground lines, Five Overground, and six National Rail services, getting here is simple and convenient. You can also choose from buses and by road. And if you prefer, Islington is easily walkable from many parts of central London—and beyond.
Hop on the Train or Tube
Train & Tube
Highbury & Islington — Victoria line, London Overground (Mildmay & Windrush), Great Northern. ~5 min walk to Upper Street.
Angel — Northern line. ~9–15 min walk.
Essex Road — Great Northern services. ~5 min walk.
Farringdon — Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Elizabeth line, Thameslink.
Finsbury Park — Victoria & Piccadilly lines, National Rail, step-free access.
Old Street — Northern line (Bank branch) and National Rail (Northern City Line).
Caledonian Road — Piccadilly line, step-free access via lifts.
Bus
Key routes: 4, 19, 30, 43 (central Islington).
Surrounding areas: 38, 56, 73, 341, 476 and night routes N19, N38, N73, N41, N277.
Route 394: Homerton–Islington via Hackney, London Fields, Angel; extended to Kings Cross by 2025.
By Road
Accessible via the A1 (Upper Street).
Limited parking around station areas.
Ideal for drop-offs, taxi, and rideshare services.
Surrounding Areas & Connectivity
Clerkenwell/Farringdon – Excellent Thameslink / Elizabeth line connections.
Hoxton & Hackney to Islington – Served by Bus 394; enhanced east-west connectivity.
Finsbury Park – Great for regional rail uplift and transfers to Piccadilly/Victoria lines.
Angel & Old Street – Ideal for those arriving from central London or City via the Northern line.
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