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Venues and travel

During the London 2012 Games, Olympic and Paralympic events will take place at venues in the Olympic Park, across London, and out of London.

Travel information Olympic Park venues London venues Out of London venues

Travel information

London 2012 is working with a wide range of transport providers, including Transport for London and the Association of Train Operating Companies, to deliver an efficient and sustainable transport service for the Games.

There will be no spectator car parking at venues and street parking will not be possible. We strongly encourage walking, cycling, coach, park-and-ride services and the use of public transport.

London 2012 will provide limited pre-booked parking for disabled spectators at all venues as close as possible to an accessible main entrance.

During the Games, venues will be served by a number of different public transport services:

  • London's extensive public transport network includes London Underground (Tube), London Overground rail, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), national rail, bus, tram and river services. There is also an extensive network of walking and cycling routes.
  • Co-Host Cities also have many public transport services. Depending on the city, these include rail, underground, metro, tram and bus services.
  • During the Games, 2012 Games park-and-ride, shuttle buses and the 2012 Games coach services will link to venues.
  • For people travelling to venues from around the UK, a wider network of rail (for which a 2012 Games Train Ticket will be available), the 2012 Games coach service and bus services will operate.

Please see Getting to the Games for more information on planning and booking your travel to the Games.

Getting to the venues

London 2012 ticket holders can benefit from a range of special travel tickets for the Games. Depending on which venue you are visiting, there are a number of ticket options available for different types of travel. Where possible, plan and book your travel in advance.

Spectators with a ticket for a Games event in London will receive a one-day Games Travelcard for the day of that event. Games events include all ticketed sporting events and the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. The Games Travelcard will entitle you to travel within zones 1-9 on the London public transport network throughout the day of your event. This includes London Underground (Tube), London Overground rail, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), buses, trams and national rail services - but not the Heathrow, Stansted or Gatwick Express trains or taxis and private hire vehicles. Spectators will also be able to use their Games Travelcard on the Javelin® service between St. Pancras and Stratford International stations.

Spectators with tickets for Games events at Brands Hatch, Eton Dorney, the Lee Valley White Water Centre and Hadleigh Farm will receive a Games Travelcard for use on public transport in London on the day of their event. Spectators will also be able to use their Games Travelcard to travel by national rail between London and the recommended stations for those venues. No additional fare will be payable.

London 2012 ticket holders for events at co-Host City venues will not receive a Games Travelcard to use on public transport. These venues are: Weymouth and Portland; the City of Coventry Stadium, Coventry; Old Trafford, Manchester; Millennium Stadium, Cardiff; Hampden Park, Glasgow; and, St James’ Park, Newcastle.

Spectators with tickets for sporting events at these venues will be able to book travel from around the UK as early as summer 2011 on any of the additional Games services. These bookable services are:

  • 2012 Games Train Ticket
  • Dedicated park-and-ride for venues.
  • 2012 Games coach services to Weymouth and Portland

General advice about travelling during the Games

There are some key points to remember when travelling by train and tube at Games time:

  • To make journeys easier, try to avoid changing trains as far as possible.
  • The Jubilee line and London Bridge Underground and national rail station will be very busy. Where possible try to avoid if you can.
  • Avoid changing onto the Central line, particularly within central London (Bond Street, Oxford Circus, Tottenham Court Road, Holborn, Bank, Mile End and Liverpool Street stations).
  • Avoid changing at Canning Town, Canada Water, Bank, Oxford Circus and Tottenham Court Road stations as they will be very busy.
  • From West Ham station, walk along The Greenway to the Olympic Park. Avoid changing to or from the Jubilee line or DLR here.
  • Plan and book early. There will be the opportunity for ticket holders to organise their journeys before the Games.

Travelling in London during the Games

Public transport in London will operate for extended hours on Games competition days. London Underground (Tube), London Overground rail, DLR and some national rail services will be extended to run until approximately 1.30am. Many bus routes will operate a 24-hour service as is currently the case in London.

During the Games, public transport systems will be under increased pressure. At certain times and locations, high demand will increase the time it takes to make a journey. Please allow plenty of time to travel to and between venues.

Central London is more compact than most people think. It is often quicker to walk between areas, and discover new parts of London on the way. Cycle network routes to all competition venues exist. Limited cycle parking will be available for spectators at all competition venues.

A limited number of parking spaces are provided close to venues for disabled spectators who are UK Blue Badge holders or members of an equivalent national or international scheme. Accessible parking is free of charge. Because spaces are limited, we recommend you book as early as possible.

You will be able to book spaces once you have received confirmation of whether you have been allocated tickets. Visit the Blue Badge parking booking website for details of how to do this.

If you are planning to come to London before, or stay after, the day of the sporting event you are attending, you can make your travel in London easier by buying a Visitor Oyster card in advance. More information about Visitor Oyster cards can be found at the Transport for London website.

Visitor Oyster cards can be used on London Underground, London Overground, London Buses, the Docklands Light Railway and some national rail services.

Please see Accessibility for more information.

Travelling to co-Host City and out of London venues

All co-Host Cities have national rail stations with direct links to London. However, some of these venues are significant distances from London. In some cases, it will take well over four hours to travel to venues from the Olympic Park. Spectators are advised to check the location of venues and travel times from London or other venues.

Maps

Olympic Park during the Olympic Games:

Olympic Park during the Olympic Games

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Olympic Park during the Paralympic Games:

Olympic Park during the Paralympic Games

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London venues during the Olympic Games:

London venues during the Olympic Games

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London venues during the Paralympic Games:

London venues during the Paralympic Games

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Out of London venues during the Olympic Games:

Outside London venue map

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Out of London venues during the Paralympic Games:

Out of London venues during the Paralympic Games

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Journey times

While many London 2012 venues are near each other, particularly within the Olympic Park, others are spread across the UK. For events on the same day, make sure you give yourself enough time to travel between venues.

Use the journey time finder to work out roughly how long you should allow for travel between recommended stations serving the venues. Please see Journey times for the journey time finder and more information.

Please note that this is a guide only and journey times will be affected by events on the day, the mode of transport you choose to take and the time of day that you make your journey. Allow plenty of time to get to your event and do not try to fit too much into one day.

To make sure you arrive in plenty of time, you should also consider the following additional factors when planning your travel to your chosen event:

  • The public transport network will be significantly busier than normal - particularly in London - so do not assume that the usual routes you use will be the best to take during the Games.
  • Walking between the venue entrance and recommended stations serving the venue may take 10 to 15 minutes in some cases.
  • Walking within large venues such as the Olympic Park may take up to 30 minutes.
  • Venues will have airport-style security, which may take considerable time particularly during busy periods. You should allow for this in your travel plans.
  • There may be unforeseen delays on the transport network.
  • Travelling very early or very late in the day will take slightly longer due to the frequency of transport services, but may be necessary to get to your event on time.

Olympic Park venues

The Olympic Park is located in Stratford, east London. There are three gateway stations to the Olympic Park: West Ham, Stratford and Stratford International.

2012 Games coach services and services from park-and-ride sites will also serve the Olympic Park for spectators arriving from outside London.

The walking time to cross the Olympic Park will be approximately 30 minutes. At certain periods, this journey time may increase, so please allow plenty of time to move between venues.

Please allow at least one hour travel time from central London and at least two hours from some locations in west London (for example, Paddington) to get to the Olympic Park.

Aquatics Centre

The Aquatics Centre will be the venue for Swimming, Diving, Synchronised Swimming, and the aquatics discipline of Modern Pentathlon during the London 2012 Olympic Games, and Swimming during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

The Aquatics Centre is located at the south-east corner of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Basketball Arena

The Basketball Arena will host Basketball and the final stages of the Handball competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games, and Wheelchair Basketball and Wheelchair Rugby during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

The Basketball Arena is located in the north of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

BMX Track

The BMX Track will be the venue for BMX during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

The BMX Track is located in the north of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Copper Box

The Copper Box will host Handball, and the fencing discipline of Modern Pentathlon during the London 2012 Olympic Games, and Goalball during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

The Copper Box is located in the west of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Eton Manor

Eton Manor will be the venue for Wheelchair Tennis during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Eton Manor is located in the north of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Paralympic Games for more information.

Olympic Stadium

The Olympic Stadium will host the Athletics competitions during both the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for both Games.

The Olympic Stadium is located in the south of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Riverbank Arena

The Riverbank Arena will be the home of the Hockey competitions during the London 2012 Olympic Games and 5-a-side and 7-a-side Football during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

The Riverbank Arena is located in the north of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Velodrome

The Velodrome will host Track Cycling during both the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

The Velodrome is located in the north of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the map of the Olympic Park during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Water Polo Arena

The Water Polo Arena will host the Water Polo competition during the Olympic Games.

The Water Polo Arena is located at the south-east corner of the Olympic Park. Please refer to the Olympic Park map for more information.

London venues

Earls Court

Earls Court will be home to the Volleyball competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games. Earl's Court Underground station provides access to Earls Court.

You should allow at least one hour to travel to Earl's Court from central London and two hours from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the London venue map for more information.

ExCeL

ExCeL will host Boxing, Fencing, Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting and Wrestling during the London 2012 Olympic Games and Boccia, Judo, Powerlifting, Table Tennis, Volleyball (Sitting) and Wheelchair Fencing during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

ExCeL is situated near London City Airport in east London's Royal Victoria Dock. The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) is the only rail network providing access to the venue. Spectators should arrive at Custom House or West Silvertown stations and depart from Prince Regent or Pontoon Dock stations. ExCeL will also be served by the 2012 Games coach service and local bus services.

You should allow two hours to travel to ExCeL from central London and at least one hour from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Greenwich Park

Greenwich Park will host Equestrian (Dressage, Eventing, Jumping) and Modern Pentathlon events during the London 2012 Olympic Games and Equestrian during the London 2012 Paralympic Games. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames in south-east London. National rail to Greenwich station and the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Greenwich station provides access from central London and other London 2012 venues. Maze Hill station provides access for national rail services from Kent. Blackheath rail station also serves Greenwich Park. Greenwich Park will also be served by the 2012 Games coach service (30 July 2012 only) and local bus services.

You should allow at least two hours to travel to Greenwich Park from central London and the Olympic Park.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Hampton Court Palace

The Road Cycling Individual Time Trial during the Olympic Games will start and finish at Hampton Court Palace.

Hampton Court station is the recommended station for this venue.

South West Trains run direct services from London Waterloo to Hampton Court. There are two trains per hour. The journey takes 35 minutes and Hampton Court Palace is a 200- metre walk across the bridge from the station.

Trains pass through Wimbledon station, where the London Underground District line begins for eastbound travel. Trains also call at Vauxhall, Clapham Junction, Earlsfield, Wimbledon, Raynes Park, New Malden, Berrylands, Surbiton and Thames Ditton. On arrival at Hampton Court station there is a large step down to the platform from the train.

Alternatively, take the train from London Waterloo to Kingston (four trains an hour) and either walk (approximately 45 minutes) or take the river service.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Horse Guards Parade

Horse Guards Parade will host the Beach Volleyball competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Horse Guards Parade is close to Buckingham Palace and can be easily accessed by Underground, national rail, bus or on foot from locations throughout London.

There are a number of Underground stations within a 20-minute walk of the spectator entrance to the venue. Spectators should use Charing Cross, Embankment, Piccadilly Circus, Victoria, Waterloo and Green Park stations.

Waterloo, Charing Cross and Victoria are served by national rail.

You should allow at least one hour to travel to Horse Guards Parade from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Hyde Park

The largest of London's Royal Parks, Hyde Park will host Triathlon and the 10km Marathon Swim during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Hyde Park lies in the west of London. It is easily accessible from central London on foot and by bus and is close to five Underground stations - Green Park, Bond Street, Knightsbridge, Hyde Park Corner, Marble Arch and two national rail stations - Victoria and Paddington (both also Underground stations). Hyde Park will also be served by local bus services. You should allow at least two hours to travel to Hyde Park from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Lord's Cricket Ground

Lords Cricket Ground will be home to the Archery competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games. Lord's Cricket Ground is located in St John's Wood, north-west London. It can be accessed by bus and Underground from central London. The venue is served by St John's Wood (Underground).

You should allow at least one hour to travel to Lord's Cricket Ground from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

North Greenwich Arena

Originally built for the Millennium celebrations, North Greenwich Arena will host Artistic Gymnastics and Trampoline Gymnastics and the later stages of the Basketball competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games and Wheelchair Basketball during the London 2012 Paralympic Games. It sits on the point of the Greenwich peninsula, right on the Meridian Line, and is just across the Thames from the mouth of the River Lea, which flows through the Olympic Park.

The venue is served by national rail to Charlton station, with a bus shuttle connection to the venue, and North Greenwich Underground station. North Greenwich Arena will also be served by local bus services.

You should allow at least one hour to travel to North Greenwich Arena from central London and the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

The Mall

The Mall will host Marathon, Race Walk and Cycling Road Race events during the London 2012 Olympic Games and the Marathon during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

The Mall can be easily accessed by Underground, national rail, bus or on foot from locations throughout London.

There are a number of Underground stations within a 20-minute walk of the spectator entrance to the venue. Spectators should use Charing Cross, St James's Park, Piccadilly Circus, Victoria and Green Park stations.

Waterloo, Charing Cross and Victoria are served by national rail.

You should allow at least one hour to travel to The Mall from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

The Royal Artillery Barracks

The Royal Artillery Barracks will be the venue for Shooting during the London 2012 Olympic Games and Archery and Shooting during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Located on the edge of Woolwich Common in south-east London, The Royal Artillery Barracks is close to Greenwich. National rail and the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Woolwich Arsenal station are the main access points from central London and other London 2012 venues. Shuttle buses will connect the rail station to the venue.

You should allow at least two hours to travel to The Royal Artillery Barracks from central London and the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.

Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena

Wembley Stadium will be one of the venues to host the Football competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games, and Wembley Arena will host Badminton and Rhythmic Gymnastics during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Located in north-west London, around six miles from the city centre, Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena can be reached by public transport from outside London.

To access the venues, spectators should use Underground stations at Wembley Park (on the Jubilee line and Metropolitan line) and Wembley Central (on the Bakerloo line) or national rail stations at Wembley Stadium (on the Chiltern Line) or Wembley Central. Walking and cycling from local areas is also possible.

You should allow at least two hours to travel to either venue from central London and the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Wimbledon

Wimbledon is the home of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and has been the setting for the famous Wimbledon tennis tournament since 1877. It is the only remaining major grass-court tennis venue in the world. Wimbledon will be used for the Tennis competition during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Wimbledon is in south-west London and is accessed by national rail, Underground and Croydon Tramlink services. Shuttle buses will run from both Wimbledon and Southfields stations to the venue. Wimbledon and Southfields stations are both served by the District line. The venue can also be accessed by local bus services.

You should allow at least two hours' travel time from central London and the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Out of London venues

Box Hill, Surrey

Box Hill will be home to part of the Cycling - Road Race during the London 2012Olympic Games.

Box Hill is 30km south west of London and not on the London Underground network. Dorking or Dorking Deepdene National Rail stations are approximately a one hour walk, which is mostly uphill, to the venue via the Donkey Green entrance.

Alternatively, Box Hill & Westhumble Nation Rail station is approximately a 30 minute walk to the venue, partially uphill, via the Old London Road entrance.

Because of its remote location, the options for getting to Box Hill are limited. If you have accessibility requirements, we recommend pre-booking accessible parking. This is provided close to the venue for disabled spectators who are UK Blue Badge holders or members of an equivalent national or international scheme.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Brands Hatch, Kent

Brands Hatch will be the venue for Road Cycling during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Brands Hatch is 40km south-east of London in Kent and not on the London Underground network. The venue can be reached by National Rail from central London (London Bridge and London Charing Cross). Sevenoaks station, the recommended station for Brands Hatch is approximately 10km from the venue, Travel to this station is included with your event ticket. Shuttle buses will run from Sevenoaks station to Brands Hatch.

Shuttle buses will be suitable for disabled spectators and, Sevenoaks station will have step-free access throughout and staff assistance available. Limited, pre-booked parking will be provided for ticketed spectators close to the venue. In addition limited pre-booded parking will be provided close to the venue for disabled spectators who are UK Blue Badge holders or members of an equivalent national or international scheme

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Paralympic Games for more information.

City of Coventry Stadium, Coventry

The City of Coventry Stadium is home to Coventry City Football Club and is one of the venues to host Football during the London 2012 Olympic Games. Coventry has also been confirmed as a London 2012 Live Site venue, which will see a big screen installed at Coventry Transport Museum in the city centre.

The stadium is situated in the Midlands and will be served by park-and-ride, park-and-walk, rail and shuttle bus, local bus services and cycle lanes with cycle parking facilities. Trains from London to Coventry Central depart from London Euston.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Paralympic Games for more information.

Eton Dorney, Buckinghamshire

Eton Dorney Rowing Centre at Dorney Lake is a world-class venue that will be used for Canoe Sprint and Rowing during the London 2012 Olympic Games and Rowing during the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

Located near Windsor Castle, around 40 km west of London, Eton Dorney is best accessed by rail from London by travelling to either Slough or Windsor & Eton Riverside national rail stations and from the west to Maidenhead national rail station.

Spectators who have tickets for sport events at this venue will receive a Games Travelcard to use on public transport in London on the day of their event. They will also be able to travel by rail to and from the Eton Dorney rail stations to London using this Travelcard. Shuttle buses will be provided to link the Slough, Maidenhead or Windsor & Eton Riverside stations with the venue. Trains to Slough depart from London Paddington, and trains for Windsor & Eton Riverside depart from London Waterloo.

Spectators travelling from other areas of the country are encouraged to use the designated park-and-ride sites near the venue. Eton Dorney will also be served by local bus services. Walking and cycling from local areas is also possible.

You should allow at least two hours to travel to Eton Dorney from central London and at least three hours from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Hadleigh Farm, Essex

A new temporary Mountain Bike course has been created within Hadleigh Farm for the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Hadleigh Farm is best accessed by rail from London by travelling to Leigh-on-Sea national rail station. Spectators with tickets for sport events at this venue will receive a Games Travelcard to use on public transport in London on the day of their event. They will also be able to travel by rail to and from Leigh-on-Sea station to London using this Travelcard. Shuttle buses will be provided to link the station with the venue, although some spectators may find it quicker to walk. Trains to Leigh-on-Sea depart from London Fenchurch Street, which is served by Tower Hill and Aldgate Underground stations, and Tower Gateway DLR station.

Spectators travelling from outside London may find the designated park-and-ride sites near the venue most convenient. Hadleigh Farm will also be served by local bus services. Walking and cycling from local areas to the venue is possible.

You should allow at least two hours to travel to Hadleigh Farm from central London and at least three hours from the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Hampden Park, Glasgow

Hampden Park has benefited from a recent £70m refurbishment and is one of the venues to host Football during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Hampden Park is situated a few miles to the south of Glasgow city centre, in Scotland. The venue will be served by local bus and rail services, and cycle lanes with limited cycle parking facilities. Trains from London to Glasgow Central depart from London Euston, and there are direct train services from Glasgow Central to Mount Florida station, which is within five minutes' walk of the ground.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Lee Valley White Water Centre, Hertfordshire

The Lee Valley White Water Centre will be the venue for Canoe Slalom during the London 2012 Olympic Games. The venue is located 30km north of the Olympic Park, on the edge of the 1,000-acre River Lee Country Park - part of the 26-mile long, 10,000-acre Lee Valley Regional Park in Hertfordshire. Please note: Canoe Sprint events will be held at Eton Dorney.

The Lee Valley White Water Centre can be reached by rail from London by travelling to Cheshunt station. Spectators who have tickets for sport events at this venue will receive a Games Travelcard to use on public transport in London on the day of their event. They will also be able to travel by rail to and from London to Cheshunt station using this Travelcard. Trains from London to Cheshunt depart from London Liverpool Street, and may also be caught at Tottenham Hale, by using the Victoria line from central London.

The venue is also served by designated park-and-ride sites near the venue and will be served by local bus services. Walking and cycling from local areas is possible.
You should allow at least two hours to travel to Lee Valley White Water Centre from central London and the Olympic Park during the Games.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Millennium Stadium, Cardiff

The Millennium Stadium is on the banks of the River Taff, right in the heart of Cardiff city centre in Wales. The stadium has hosted many top sporting events, including FA Cup finals and the 1999 Rugby World Cup final. It will be one of the venues to host Football during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

The Millennium Stadium will be served by rail, local bus services and cycle lanes with limited cycle parking facilities. The stadium is located a short walk from Cardiff Central rail station. Please note that there is no public car parking at the venue on match days so public transport is advised. Trains from London to Cardiff Central depart from London Paddington.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Old Trafford, Manchester

One of the most famous football grounds in the world, the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ is home to Manchester United Football Club. Old Trafford is one of the venues to host Football during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Old Trafford will be served by light rail/tram, bus services, and cycle lanes with limited cycle parking facilities. Old Trafford is situated within a few miles of Manchester city centre, in the north-west of England. It can be accessed by train and tram from the city centre. Trains from London to Manchester Piccadilly depart from London Euston.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

St James' Park, Newcastle

St James' Park is home to Newcastle United Football Club and is one of the venues to host Football during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

St James' Park will be served by metro and cycle lanes with limited cycle parking facilities. Situated in Newcastle-upon-Tyne city centre in the north-east of England, St James' Park is just 10 minutes' walk from Newcastle Central station, and is served by numerous buses and the city's Metro service. Trains from London to Newcastle depart from London Kings Cross.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games for more information.

Weymouth and Portland, Dorset

Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour will be the venue for the Sailing competitions during the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

The venue is a combination of the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) and the adjoining commercial marina, in Dorset on England's south coast.

The Weymouth and Portland venue will be served mainly by park and ride services and supported by rail, the 2012 Games coach service, local bus services and cycle lanes with limited cycle parking facilities. Rail services are not the recommended way of travelling to Weymouth, but if used then trains from London depart from London Waterloo.

Please refer to the map of out of London venues during the Olympic Games or the Paralympic Games for more information.