Bakerloo line
The Bakerloo line runs 23.2 km north-west from Elephant & Castle through Waterloo, Oxford Circus and Paddington to Harrow & Wealdstone, served by the legendary 1972 Stock — the oldest passenger trains on any metro in the world.
About the Bakerloo line
Opened in 1906 as the Baker Street & Waterloo Railway (hence Bakerloo), the line links three mainline rail stations — Waterloo, Marylebone and Paddington — making it one of the most useful tourist Tube lines.
South of Queen's Park the line runs in deep tube tunnels; north of Queen's Park it shares tracks with the London Overground Lioness line to Harrow & Wealdstone.
A long-planned Bakerloo Line Extension to Lewisham via Old Kent Road remains the most-requested unbuilt London rail project.
Key stations on the Bakerloo line
- PaddingtonHeathrow Express, GWR, Elizabeth line, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City
- Oxford CircusInterchange with Central and Victoria lines — busiest Bakerloo stop
- WaterlooNational Rail terminus, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City lines
- Elephant & CastleNorthern line and Thameslink National Rail
FAQs about the Bakerloo line
How many stations are on the Bakerloo line?
25 stations between Elephant & Castle and Harrow & Wealdstone, including 11 interchanges with other Tube, Overground or National Rail services.
Does the Bakerloo line run all night?
No. The Bakerloo line is not part of the Night Tube. Last trains run around 00:30 and first trains from about 05:30 on weekdays.
Why are Bakerloo trains so old?
The 1972 Stock has been in service for over 50 years and is the oldest train fleet on any metro worldwide. New trains are part of TfL's long-term plan but no firm delivery date is set.
What zones does the Bakerloo line cover?
Zones 1 to 5. Most central London stations are in Zone 1; Harrow & Wealdstone at the northern end sits in Zone 5.