Farringdon station was opened on 10 January 1863 as the terminus of the original Metropolitan Railway, the world’s first underground metro line. With the Elizabeth Line opening Farringdon station is expected to be one of the busiest stations in the country. Listen to episode 88 of our London History podcast.
Lines Serviced at Farringdon Station:
Crossrail
Thameslink
Metropolitan
Circle
Hammersmith & City
Nearest Toilets: Sir John Oldcastle Wetherspoons Pub
Nearest Water Tap: Junction of Greville Street and Farringdon Road
Starting Here:
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