Getting to St John’s Waterloo

St John’s Church is centrally located and very well connected by public transport. We strongly recommend using public transport where possible, as parking in the area is limited, especially on Sundays.

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By Underground
St John’s is directly opposite Waterloo Station (main exit) and is just a short walk from several Underground lines:

Jubilee Line

Bakerloo Line

Northern Line

Waterloo & City Line (weekdays only)

Exit Waterloo Station, cross Waterloo Road, and the church is directly ahead.

 

By Train
Waterloo Station (National Rail) is served by South Western Railway, with direct connections from across south and southwest London, Surrey, and surrounding areas. St John’s Church is located directly opposite the main station exit.

 

By Bus
Several bus routes stop within a few minutes’ walk of the church. Look for stops at Waterloo Station / Tenison Way, Waterloo Road, and Stamford Street. Routes serving the area include:

1, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 381, 507, 521

For detailed route planning, we recommend using the TfL Journey Planner.

 

By Car – Parking Information
On Sundays, parking near St John’s Church is generally restricted to resident permit holders or Blue Badge holders only. Street parking is highly limited, and most streets operate a resident-only policy.

 

For those without permits, consider the following parking alternatives:

National Theatre Car Park
Located off Upper Ground.

Offers Blue Badge parking (not free)

Underground and offers step-free access when the theatre is open

Step-free access may not be available at all times on Sundays

Other Public Car Parks
There are various public car parks in the South Bank area. Please check the individual car park websites for details regarding opening hours, accessibility, and charges.

Private Parking Options
Apps such as JustPark and Parkopedia offer options to book private driveways or parking spaces in advance, which can be more convenient and cost-effective than public car parks.

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Accessibility
St John’s Waterloo is fully accessible, with step-free entry and accessible toilet facilities. If you have specific access needs, please contact us in advance.