Bond Street Station, London
Bond Street Station is a busy central London Underground station located on Oxford Street, within the City of Westminster. Despite its name, the station does not have an entrance on Bond Street itself, but rather sits between Davies Street and Marylebone Lane. Its strategic location makes it a popular stop for shoppers, commuters, and tourists alike.
Location and Station Entrances
The station’s primary entrances are situated on Oxford Street. The older entrance is at the junction of Oxford Street and Davies Street, while a newer entrance with expanded facilities lies to the east near Marylebone Lane. There is no standalone above-ground building for the station; the entrances are integrated into commercial buildings at street level, blending into the busy retail façade of Oxford Street.
The station lies about 0.6 miles (1 km) by road from Charing Cross traffic junction. Interestingly, a full-size replica of the original Eleanor Cross that once stood at Charing Cross is located just in front of Bond Street Station's eastern entrance. This replica adds a touch of historical flair to the bustling urban surroundings.
Rail Services at Bond Street Station
Bond Street Station is part of the London Underground network. It serves two lines:
- Central Line: Running east-west across London. The preceding station is Marble Arch (westbound), and the subsequent station is Oxford Circus (eastbound).
- Jubilee Line: Running northwest to southeast. The preceding station is Baker Street (northwest-bound), and the subsequent station is Green Park (southeast-bound).
In addition to Underground services, the station now includes access to the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail), significantly improving connectivity to London Paddington, Heathrow Airport, Canary Wharf, and beyond. This service uses deep-level tunnels and has its own separate ticket hall and entrance at Davies Street.
National Rail and London Overground services are not available directly from Bond Street Station, but nearby stations such as Marylebone and Paddington offer mainline connections and are just a short distance away.
History of Bond Street Station
Bond Street Station first opened on 24 September 1900 as part of the Central London Railway, now the Central Line. Initially, it had a single entrance on Oxford Street, which led to lifts descending to the platforms below. With the growth of passenger numbers and the integration of the Jubilee Line in the 1970s, the station underwent substantial redevelopment, including the addition of escalators and new access corridors.
The Jubilee Line platforms officially opened on 1 May 1979, forming part of the line’s first phase. Since then, the station has undergone several refurbishments to improve accessibility, capacity, and interchange options, culminating in a major upgrade for the arrival of the Elizabeth Line in the early 2020s.
How Bond Street Station Got Its Name
The station is named after the nearby Bond Street, one of London’s most famous shopping streets, known for its luxury boutiques, designer stores, and art galleries. Despite not being physically located on Bond Street itself, the name was chosen to reflect the prestige and identity of the area. It has always been known as Bond Street Station since its opening in 1900.
Fun Fact
Did you know? Bond Street Station is one of the few London Underground stations to appear in the original 1935 edition of the British version of the Monopoly board game. Its inclusion alongside stations like Liverpool Street and King's Cross has helped cement its fame in popular culture.
Another quirk of the station is that it’s often mistaken as being located on Bond Street itself, leading many tourists to search for nonexistent exits leading directly onto the street. In reality, Bond Street proper is a short walk away, beginning just to the south of Oxford Street.
Quick Facts
- Opened: 24 September 1900 (Central Line); 1 May 1979 (Jubilee Line)
- Lines Served: Central Line, Jubilee Line, Elizabeth Line
- Location: Oxford Street, between Davies Street and Marylebone Lane
- Nearby Roads: Oxford Street, New Bond Street, South Molton Street
- Distance from Charing Cross: Approx. 0.6 miles (1 km) by road
- Adjacent Stations:
- Central Line: Marble Arch (west), Oxford Circus (east)
- Jubilee Line: Baker Street (northwest), Green Park (southeast)
- Named After: Bond Street (nearby shopping street)
- Fun Fact: Appears on the original UK Monopoly board game
- Elizabeth Line Access: Available via new Davies Street entrance
- Structure: Sub-surface with multiple modern ticket halls; no standalone building
Bond Street Station is 
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Painting of Bond Street Station, London (View image in full size)
