Watford to Wembley?

Freebyman

Im going to Wembley Stadium on the 24th of this month to hopefully watch my team win :j

However Im staying the night before in Watford and was told you could get the tube to there and back in about a half an hour. Not being local I dont know what to do and how much it would cost etc. All I can gather is one is zone 8 and one is zone 4.

Im so confused can anyone tell me more about cheapest way etc?

Own_My_Own

Get on the Metropolitan line ( southbound). it takes you straight to Wembley. It is 10 stops.

ETA cost about £5.

Map. http://www.wembleystadium.com/~/media/Files/WNSL/WembleyStadium/StadiumMaps/Maps/WS_Level_B2_Map.ashx

Freebyman

Own_My_Own wrote: »

Get on the Metropolitan line ( southbound). it takes you straight to Wembley. It is 10 stops.

ETA cost about £5.

Map. http://www.wembleystadium.com/~/media/Files/WNSL/WembleyStadium/StadiumMaps/Maps/WS_Level_B2_Map.ashx

Thanks for that, is that £5 in total or just one way? I also saw something about oyster cards and my mind went a bit blank regarding that. Is it best to pay cash on the day?

Own_My_Own

That will cover both ways. Don't bother with an Oyster card. It's not worth it for one day.

When you get to the station just buy a day ticket to zone 4. If you get confused ask someone. They will help you just to get you out of the queue. ( only kidding)

wealdroam

Just to emphasise OP, it's Watford Station on the Metropolitan Line you want, not Watford Junction Station.

And get off the train at Wembley Park Station.

Freebyman

When you get to the station just buy a day ticket to zone 4. If you get confused ask someone. They will help you just to get you out of the queue. ( only kidding)[/QUOTE]


Ah great the infamous London hospitality!!!

Thanks for your help, couldnt face driving to the stadium and then pay for parking etc.

Own_My_Own

wealdroam wrote: »

Just to emphasise OP, it's Watford Station on the Metropolitan Line you want, not Watford Junction Station.

And get off the train at Wembley Park Station.

Oh sorry didn't mention that. You just assume people know.

dzug1

I make the cost £4.50 each way cash fare - £1.60 each way with Oyster. So even if you don't cash in your Oyster it's still cheaper to get one.

It's zones 4-7 BTW

The 'day ticket' is £12.10 - certainly not worth getting

Rodders53

Where in Watford are you staying??? Many of the hotels and suchlike aren't near the station(s).

Watford Met station is some distance from the Town centre.

It may be as easy to go to Watford Junction (or High Street) station and walk to the stadium from Wembley Central.

(I was born and lived in the area for 50+ years)

Freebyman

Hi again, in answer to your questions. Im not sure of what hotel Im staying at yet and it shouldnt be a problem for parking as I am driving my own car. I just didnt want to drive to Wembley again directly, too expensive.

Another thing regarding oyster cards, as Im not local how do I get one and put money on it, do I need two, one for me and my wife?

vivatifosi

Freebyman wrote: »

Another thing regarding oyster cards, as Im not local how do I get one and put money on it, do I need two, one for me and my wife?

Yes you do need one each. If you're coming to London again, it's worth keeping them, if not, it's best to cash in. Here's some info:

http://www.tfl.gov.uk/tickets/19798.aspx

If you are using Oyster, you must tap in and out using the touch pads at the barriers, even if the barrier is open. I've come unstuck having to adjust mine after being told to keep walking and not use it after a major sporting event. Big faff...