How to get to Harry Potter Studios London

Want to know how to get to Harry Potter Studios Park in London? It's not by flying on a quidditch broomstick but there are other ways too, read on!
How to get to Harry Potter Studios London

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Harry Potter Studios Park is located 32 kilometers northwest of London so getting there requires a little planning. If you want to know how to get there, to make it easier for you to organize the day of the visit, I tell you what are the options available to you to get to the Harry Potter Studios Park quickly.

The most comfortable option

Harry Potter Studios Tickets with Transfer from Victoria in London

Get to Harry Potter Park hassle-free with this tour

Don't worry about finding ways to get to Warner Bros. Studios and secure tickets and transportation from central London.

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Harry Potter Studios Park in London is to join an organized bus tour that includes transfer to and from the attraction.

Considering the distance to the studios and that you want to make the most of the day there, the best option is to get tickets and transport in the same pack. You will forget about the logistics of public transport to get to the outskirts of London and the planning required for this visit to Harry Potter Park, even more so if you are traveling with children to London.

Recommended if... You want to secure your tickets to the Park and not worry about doing the typical study of how to go.


The best way to get to Harry Potter Studios: tickets with transfer included

Potions Classroom at Harry Potter Park| ©Martin Pettitt
Potions Classroom at Harry Potter Park| ©Martin Pettitt

Visiting Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden is a magical experience for Harry Potter fans, but getting there on your own can be tricky. The journey involves finding the right transportation, coordinating connections and purchasing multiple tickets, all of which takes a great deal of time and effort.

To avoid these complications, it is best to opt for an organized tour with bus transfer, which will allow you to enjoy the tour without worries. Find out more about Harry Potter Studios Park tickets and choose the best option for your visit.

Transfer tour features

  • Admission to Warner Bros. Studios with access to all exhibits.
  • Round-trip bus transportation from central London.
  • Departure from a central and well-connected location in the city.
  • Flexible scheduling with various options throughout the day.
  • Free cancellation in case of unforeseen circumstances.
  • Book easily here: option with return bus transfer included - from $135

Advantages of booking the tour with transfer

  • Save time and effort, no need to plan transport connections.
  • Convenience and safety, with a direct bus ride without transfers.
  • You avoid delays and unforeseen events such as traffic jams or breakdowns in public transport.
  • You enjoy the experience without stress, focusing on the magic of the Harry Potter world.

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Harry Potter Studios tickets with transfer: options and prices

Getting to know the Harry Potter Studios| ©Lee
Getting to know the Harry Potter Studios| ©Lee

Opting for an organized bus tour to visit the Harry Potter Studios in London is the easiest and most convenient way to get there without any worries. Just make sure you are on time at the meeting point, and the bus will take you directly to the park entrance without the need to transfer or worry about public transportation schedules.

If you are traveling with your family, this option is especially recommended, since you will avoid the stress of changing transportation with children and you will be able to enjoy the trip in a relaxed way and without any unforeseen events. All buses are comfortable, air-conditioned and have spacious seats, and the trip takes approximately 1 hour.

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How to get to Harry Potter Studios on your own by public transport

Entering the London Underground| ©Hernán Piñera
Entering the London Underground| ©Hernán Piñera

While wizards are lucky enough to be able to use the flu powder to get to Harry Potter Studios Park in no time at all, we Muggles have to make do with using traditional means of transport.

If you choose to visit Harry Potter Studios Park on your own you will have to get there by public transport and for this you will need to combine at least one tube, one train and one bus both to and from the tourist attraction.

Let's see the route you have to take to find out how to get to Harry Potter Studios Park by public transport!

1. Subway to London Euston

The first thing you will need to do is take the tube to London Euston train station (Euston Road, London NW1 2BF England). The London Underground lines that will take you there are the Northern and Victoria lines, the latter being the fastest of the London Underground network so you won't be waiting long.

2. The train to Watford Junction

Once at London Euston train station you should take a train to Watford Junction station (Station Road, Watford, WD17 1EU, Hertfordshire), the closest station to the Warner Bros. studios in Leavesden (Hertfordshire).

Ask the station staff and be sure to get on one of the direct trains to Watford Junction, as they are very fast and the journey only takes about 20 minutes. The frequency of the trains is high as they leave approximately every 10 minutes but anyway do not be confident and try to arrive at Watford Junction about 45 minutes before the reservation time that comes on your ticket.

From London Euston also depart other trains that are not direct but usually take about 1 hour to get there. Having the others available to travelers, it is not worth taking one of these.

To move between London Euston and Watford Junction train stations you can use the Oyster Card, because they are valid for the journey.

3. By bus (Shuttle) to the Harry Potter Studios

Finally, when you arrive at Watford Junction, you will have to take a bus from Mullany's Coaches that will take you to the gate of the Harry Potter Studios Park in about 15 minutes.

It will be very easy to identify the bus you have to get on because it is decorated with the theme of the Harry Potter universe. To use this bus remember to show your ticket to Warner Bros. Studios.

The frequency with which these buses depart to the Harry Potter Studios Park is 30 minutes but its schedule varies depending on the day of the week of the opening of the attraction.

  • Monday through Friday: starting at 9:20 AM when the first ride starts at 10 AM.
  • Weekends: starting at 8:15 AM when the first tour of the attraction begins at 9 AM.

Shuttle bus tickets cost about £3 per person (round trip) and are purchased directly on the bus with contactless or cash but you cannot use your Oyster Card.

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How to get to Harry Potter Studios by car

Travel by Car| ©Alex Jumper
Travel by Car| ©Alex Jumper

This mode of transport is perhaps the least chosen by visitors when going to Harry Potter Studios Park but if you decide to take the car and put in your GPS the attraction's zip code WD25 7LR. However, you can also follow the directions below to get there.

  • If you are traveling from London, take exit 5 off the M1 and then the A41 (North Watford) for about three miles.
  • Then take the 4th exit at the Hunton Bridge traffic circle to return to the A41.
  • Continue driving in the left hand lane and take the 1st exit.
  • Continue on the left hand side at the fork and then take the 1st exit off the traffic circle to access Harry Potter Studios Park.
  • As you approach Harry Potter Studios Park you will see brown signs that say "Warner Bros. Studio Tour" and will guide you to the entrance gate.

Can I park for free in the Harry Potter Studios Park parking lot?

Yes, you can park your car for free in the attraction's parking lot located a short distance from the Studio Tour entrance.

When you go to the parking lot, please remember to have your tickets or booking confirmation ready to show to the parking lot staff.

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Compare options on how to get to Harry Potter Studios London

  • Pack Tickets + Transfers
  • The best option
  • Harry Potter Studios Tickets with Transfer from Victoria in London
  • From $135
  • 7 hours
  • Transfers by air-conditioned bus
  • Choice of several departure points in London
  • Entrance tickets to Harry Potter Park included
  • Book
  • Public transport
  • The most economical option
  • Subway + Train + Bus
  • Between 15 and 30 €.
  • From 45 min to 1 h 30 min.
  • Flexibility of schedules
  • Requires more planning
  • Possible public transport delays
  • Does not include tickets to Harry Potter Park
  • Purchase metro, train and bus tickets on site
  • Car rental
  • The most convenient option
  • By car from London
  • Between 50 and 80 ¤ + gasoline
  • From 50 min to 1 h 30 min.
  • Cost-effective if you are traveling with your family
  • Free parking in the park
  • Driving on the left in London
  • Does not include tickets to Harry Potter Park
  • Car rental from different companies

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King's Cross Station is the Platform 9 and ¾| ©Brian Griffin
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If after visiting the Harry Potter Studios Park you still want more magic, do not worry because in London you can go on the trail of the young wizard.

One of the coolest plans to do in the streets of the city is a route through the places where the movies were filmed. You can go on your own or join a guided tour although in the post Harry Potter places in London I tell you more about this activity in detail. Do not miss it!

And if you always wanted to have a nice souvenir of your favorite saga, I recommend you to go shopping in London because in different parts of the city there are plenty of Harry Potter stores where you can get the perfect gift you've been dreaming about for so long.

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Reviews from other travellers

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    B. P.
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    Fun experience. Excellent guide
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    T. V.
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    Fun to do. It shows locations you can find in the films. The guide shows you these scènes on a tablet.
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    M.
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    I visited a magical place in London. It was amazing to see how the film was made.
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    I visited the Harry Potter studio with my nephew, it was magical! The transfers from Victoria Station are super convenient.
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    An unforgettable magical experience, with convenient transport from the station and access to the fascinating world of Harry Potter.